Punjab Health Dept: Ad-Hoc Doctor Appointments Illegal
The Punjab Health Department has officially declared the appointment of ad-hoc doctors to administrative positions as illegal, citing violations of service rules and regulations.
Category : Health Policy
Free Private Hospital Treatment for GB, AJK, Islamabad; Not Sindh
Federal Health Minister Syed Mustafa Kamal announces free private hospital treatment under UHC for GB, AJK, and Islamabad residents. Sindh citizens remain excluded. Details from Karachi inauguration.
PM Revives Health Card for Islamabad, AJK, GB
PM Shehbaz Sharif relaunches the Prime Minister's Health Card program, extending free healthcare to Islamabad, AJK, and Gilgit-Baltistan. The initiative aims to provide quality medical treatment as a fundamental right for all citizens.
Alarming Population Growth Sparks High-Level Health Meeting
Health Minister Dr. Nadeem Jan chairs urgent meeting on Pakistan's soaring population, hitting 241.5 million with a 2.55% growth rate. Experts warn of economic strain and call for immediate action.
Rs40bn Approved to Restore Sehat Sahulat Health Program
Pakistan's federal government greenlights a Rs40 billion plan to restore free healthcare under Sehat Sahulat. Services to resume nationwide from Jan 16, 2026. Learn how this impacts families.
Punjab Launches Community Health Inspectors Programme
Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz Sharif launches a groundbreaking Community Health Inspectors programme, deploying 1,000+ workers to improve rural healthcare and disease prevention. A major step for public health.
Ministry Defends Tree Removal for Pollen Allergy Control
Pakistan's Health Ministry justifies recent tree removal in Islamabad, framing it as a critical step in its pollen allergy mitigation strategy. Officials cite public health concerns.
KP, Greenstar Sign Agreement to Strengthen Basic Health Units
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Health Department and Greenstar Social Marketing sign a strategic PPP agreement to improve BHUs, address staff shortages, and enhance healthcare quality across the province.
Punjab Health Dept Cancels All Staff Leaves
The Punjab Primary & Secondary Healthcare Department cancels leaves for all staff to combat a potential dengue outbreak. Key officials to remain on high alert.
PM Shehbaz Pledges Equal Health on World AIDS Day
PM Shehbaz Sharif commits to eliminating AIDS barriers in Pakistan, emphasizing equal health access for vulnerable groups. Join the national effort for an AIDS-free Pakistan.
Pakistan-Türkiye Health Ministers Meet in Ankara
Federal Health Minister Mustafa Kamal meets Turkish counterpart in Ankara to strengthen bilateral health cooperation. Both nations commit to expanding partnerships in medical research and public health.
Pakistan-Türkiye Enhance Medical Cooperation
Health Minister Nadeem Jan announces expanded Pakistan-Türkiye medical partnership during Ankara visit, focusing on pharmaceuticals and healthcare advancement.
KP Approves First-Ever Pharmacy Integration Policy
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's government has approved a landmark policy to integrate pharmacy services, aiming to reduce treatment costs and ensure access to quality medicines across the province.
Pakistan Health Funding Cut 40% - Crisis Looms
Critical healthcare funding slashed by 40% in Pakistan's 2025 budget, putting maternal care, immunization, and disease control programs at severe risk nationwide.
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