Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif joins global community in commemorating World Health Day on April 7. He emphasizes that this year’s theme, ‘Together for Health-Stand with Science,’ conveys the message of practical application of science for humanity’s well-being.
The Prime Minister says Pakistan is transforming its healthcare system towards prevention and health promotion, not just treatment. Primary Health Care is key to achieving Universal Health Coverage, he adds.
He highlights that health is a cornerstone of economic growth, national stability, and improved quality of life. The government remains committed to building an equitable, sustainable, and resilient healthcare system driven by innovation and collaboration.
Pakistan has adopted the Essential Package of Health Services (EPHS) at both national and provincial levels through the National Health Support Program. Digital health is a key pillar of the upcoming National Health and Population Policy (2026-2035), with efforts to strengthen integrated systems like DHIS-2, telemedicine, and data platforms.
The Prime Minister stresses that achieving quality healthcare requires addressing critical determinants such as population growth, water and sanitation, and nutrition. The government is pursuing a multi-sectoral approach to tackle these challenges and aims to expand financial protection measures, including insurance coverage.