AKU symposium gives primary healthcare a boost
IV Report KARACHI: In a significant push for healthcare reform, representatives from governments, academia, international development partners, and health professionals have urged increased public health spending, improved health information systems, and integration of health and population welfare departments at national and subnational levels. This consensus emerged at the conclusion of a two-day national symposium on “Primary Health Care” held on April 15-16, hosted by the Aga Khan University (AKU). During the symposium, AKU President Sulaiman Shahabuddin presented the “Lifetime Achievement Award” to Sindh Minister for Health and Population departments, Dr Azra Fazal Pechuho, citing her 25 years of experience in the health sector. Dr Pechuho has driven systematic improvements in Sindh’s healthcare landscape, championing initiatives such as controlling infectious diseases, expanding immunization coverage, and improving access to health and education services, particularly for women...