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‘Global Health Security Summit’ concludes successfully

January 12, 2024 by Abid Khan

ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Federal Minister for Health Dr Nadeem Jan congratulated nation over the successful conclusion of Global health Security summit with participation of more than 70 countries leading health experts and diplomats which has projected the Pakistan’s image positively.

Talking to media, minister said that Pakistan has initiated a platform to boost the health system strongly and it would provide a regular platform for nations to review progress, share insights, and discuss emerging health challenges on a global scale.

He said that this health summit forum will also boost the confidence of world for Pakistan’s health system, adding, Pakistan has a capable pharmacy workforce whom we can export and utilize for other countries in time of any Pandemic like situation.

Collaborative efforts of policy makers, experts, policymakers, and stakeholders from around the world will further improve the health systems of poor countries, he added.

He emphasized the need for continued collaboration, and the implementation of evidence-based strategies to safeguard global health.

He said the moot had served as a great opportunity of bringing together international and national experts to share expertise and knowledge for a safer world.

Dr Nadeem Jan said holding of the international conference had proved that the country could play a key role in the health sector and it also sustained the dignity of Pakistan globally.

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Factory producing fake medicine sealed in Karachi

December 12, 2023 by Abid Khan

The large quantity of fake drugs were seized in operation.
Five people including owner of fake medicine factory arrested.
Crackdown against fake medicines is going on across country.

KARACHI: The Drug Regulatory Authority Pakistan(DRAP) conducted a raid in fake medicine factory and seized a large amount of fake drugs and arrested five people including the owner.

The spokesman of the Ministry of Health has said that on the vision of the Caretaker Prime Minister and the direction of the Minister of Health, crackdown against fake medicines is going on across the country.

The spokesman said that the DRAP team conducted the biggest operation in Karachi, Sindh drug inspectors and police raided a fake medicine factory in Karachi.

In the fake factory drugs like Alpine, Alcon, Trigon and others were being manufactured illegally. The large quantity of fake drugs were seized in the operation.

The owner of the factory and others have been arrested by the police and legal action has been initiated against the accused while the samples of fake medicines have been sent to the laboratory.

Health Minister Dr. Nadeem Jan said that according to the vision of the caretaker Prime Minister, he is firmly determined to eradicate fake medicines from the country.

Dr. Nadeem Jan said that as soon as he assumed the portfolio of the ministry, DRAP was given the task of eradicating unregistered and fake medicines.

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Karachi faces shortage of life-saving medicines

December 9, 2023 by Abid Khan

Medicine Prices Likely to Increase in Pakistan

The life-saving drugs are being sold in black in markets.
The prices of insulin and other drugs have increased sharply.
Medicines for epilepsy patients are also missing from market.

KARACHI: Karachi has been facing an acute shortage of life-saving medicines in the pharmaceutical market for several weeks which causing grave hardship for patients suffering from lethal diseases.

The life-saving drugs are being sold in black in the market of Karachi while the prices of insulin and other drugs have increased sharply. Medicines for epilepsy patients are also missing from the market.

President Wholesale Chemist Council of Pakistan Muhammad Atif Hanif Bilo blamed pharmaceutical companies and claimed that many of them have deliberately stopped the supply of life-saving drugs, especially insulin and medicines used for the treatment of epilepsy patients.

He said authorities concerned have failed to fix the prices of several life-saving drugs and companies are providing drugs at high rates to wholesalers.

It should be noted that the Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP) conducted a crackdown and imposed fines in various areas last month, despite the action of DRAP, the black sale of medicines continues.

Earlier, the registration board of DRAP approved the registration of five more insulin products.

According to Health Minister Dr. Nadeem Jan, one product of heparin and flu vaccine has been approved by the board.

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Crackdown against medicines profiteers continues in Pakistan

November 24, 2023 by Abid Khan

Major action taken in Lahore against selling more than approved price.
Several medicines being sold at higher price than approved price.
The task force of DRAP will take full action against profiteers.

ISLAMABAD: The crackdown against drugs profiteers continued across the country on the directives Caretaker Federal Minister for Health Dr Nadeem Jan.

Spokesperson of the minister said, major action was taken against those selling more than the approved price during the operation in Lahore. He said heparin injection, TB, epilepsy, cancer and life-saving drugs were being sold in the black.

According to the details, these medicines were being sold at a higher price than the approved price. Tegeral epilepsy medicine was being sold for Rs 1300 to Rs 1400 rupees instead of 260 rupees per box.

Heparin injection was selling Rs 1500 to Rs 3000 instead of Rs 975 while Rivotril was being sold at Rs 700 to Rs 800 instead of Rs 267 per box.

A box of Rivotril 2mg was being sold for Rs 800 to Rs 1000 instead of Rs 400. Similarly, a box of Zenax 0.5mg was being sold at Rs.1400 instead of Rs.278 while Zenax 1mg box was selling at Rs 4000 instead of Rs 502.

The Ultrawest box was being sold at Rs 6500 instead of Rs 3418. Dr. Nadeem Jan said that he has initiated action against the involved elements under DRAP Act.

He said that heavy fines and punishments will be given against profiteers as per the DRAP Act.

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Interim Health Minister expresses resolve to deal with malnutrition

November 21, 2023 by Abid Khan

He said country is still battling with very high levels of under-nutrition.
Dr Nadeem Jan added, that one in five children in Pakistan is wasted.
He said Pakistan has taken some concrete actions to address wasting agenda.

ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Federal Minister for Health Dr. Nadeem Jan said there was the highest level of resolve and a strong political will to address the challenge posed by malnutrition in Pakistan.

Addressing the global Food Security Summit in London, the minister said that on the whole equation of malnutrition, Pakistan offers a clear vision, firm political will, reasonable capacities, a trained community-level workforce and a whole governance approach to address this issue.

“The Government of Pakistan welcomes the initiative for enhanced global partnership on tackling global under-nutrition issues and finding new ways of working to deliver results.” He expressed gratitude to the British government, Somalian government, UAE government, Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, Children’s Investment Fund Foundation and other partners for organizing the Global Food Security Summit. He said that despite some significant progress that Pakistan made in several social sectors, the country is still battling with very high levels of under-nutrition.

He added, that one in five children in Pakistan is wasted, while one in ten children is severely wasted, a condition that increases a child’s risk of death by over 10%. Pakistan is also among the countries with the highest burdens of low birth weight babies, with a national average of 22.7%.

The high population growth, rapid urbanization, market price inflation, global crises, and socioeconomic impact of COVID-19, compounded by suboptimal feeding and caring practices are driving child wasting in Pakistan.

Dr Nadeem said, “We have deficiencies in supply inflows for turning the tide of this malnutrition in Pakistan 150 million USD per year minimum is required to meet the challenge.” He extended special thanks to Children’s Investment Fund Foundation (CIFF) for support of USD 10 million.

“There are certain lessons from history we must be cognizant of; we propose that the best course forward would be sustainability and continuum of policies, political will, donors will, advocacy coupled with inclusive, innovative, integrated government based programming.”

He said that in order to reduce and maintain childhood wasting to at least less than 15% by 2025, for Pakistan, as committed in Global Action Plan to prevent and manage child wasting, a change in strategic shift and approach is required from relying only on the treatment of children with severe wasting to a deliberate action to prevent and early detect wasting among children by adopting a systems approach.

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Health Minister Dr Nadeem Jan meets DG WHO

November 20, 2023 by Abid Khan

Meeting held during Global Food Security Summit.
Nadeem Jan expressed his grief on situation flood hit areas.
DG WHO Dr. Tedros assured complete support of WHO.

ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Federal Minister for Health Dr. Nadeem Jan held a meeting with the Director General World Health Organization (WHO) Dr. Tedros during the Global Food Security Summit being held in London, UK.

He expressed his grief on the grave situation of health and nutrition in the flood affected areas in Pakistan affecting more than 33 million population.

He appreciated the efforts of Government of Pakistan in addressing this challenge faced by the country especially the vulnerable groups including adolescent girls, mothers and children.

Dr Nadeem Jan also shared the vision of the current government with regards to reach to the communities through UHC and focused on “Health for all” approaches and he thanked the WHO for extending their support for provision of equipment and supplies.

Dr. Tedros assured complete support of WHO to alleviate the suffering of those in need in the flood affected areas and discussed the role of WHO Pakistan in the overall efforts of UN organizations and partners.

He also discussed the bilateral support provided by WHO Pakistan to address the nutrition issues in Pakistan especially those affecting women and children.

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Poliovirus detected in environmental samples of more districts

November 10, 2023 by Abid Khan

Poliovirus was found in four samples from Karachi.
Poliovirus belongs to YB2A virus cluster in Afghanistan.
Dr Nadeem Jan said every child is at risk due to presence of virus.

ISLAMABAD: Poliovirus has been confirmed in the environmental samples of six more districts of Pakistan.

Spokesperson of the Ministry of National Health Services Regulations and Coordination, poliovirus was found in four samples from Karachi and two from Chaman, one sample each from Peshawar, Kohat, and Nowshera.

The spokesman of the Ministry of Health said that the polio virus belongs to the YB2A virus cluster in Afghanistan.

Caretaker Federal Minister of Health Dr. Nadeem Jan said that every child is at risk due to the presence of the polio virus and this virus can make children under 5 years of age disabled for life. He said there is no cure for polio and only a vaccine for children provides protection.

Dr. Nadeem Jan appealed to the parents to welcome the polio workers who come to their homes, to give their children polio shots to protect them from life-long disability.

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Saudi health minister assures support for new health initiatives in Pakistan

October 9, 2023 by Abid Khan

He made this assurance during meeting with Dr Nadeem Jan.
Bilateral relations between Pakistan and KSA are based on aspirations.
Dr. Nadeem Jan discussed possibility of mutual collaboration.

ISLAMABAD: Minister of Health, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Fahad bin Abdurrahman Al-Jalajel assured full support towards new health initiatives in Pakistan.

The Saudi minister made this assurance during a meeting with the Caretaker Federal Minister for National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination Dr Nadeem Jan on the sidelines of the 70th Session of the WHO’s Regional Committee of the Eastern Mediterranean in Cairo.

Senior officials from the Saudi Ministry of Health were present during the meeting. Bilateral fraternal relations between Pakistan and KSA are based on common faith and aspirations, the minister added. The Minister of Health Kingdom of Saudi Arabia noted with appreciation that relations with Pakistan in the field of health have touched a new level.

Dr. Nadeem Jan discussed the possibility of mutual collaboration in the vaccine production capacity. The Saudi Health Minister offered to provide assistance and support in developing vaccine production capacity in Pakistan. Both the ministers agreed to exchange of expertise through a team of health experts to formalize the transfer of technology.

Dr. Nadeem Jan expressed gratitude for accommodating Pakistani doctors in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. He discussed the possibility of exchange of knowledge and expertise especially in the field of nursing and paramedics. The Saudi Health Minister agreed to send a high-level team from Saudi Health Ministry to deliberate on this proposal and formalize an MoU soon.

Dr Nadeem Jan also explained his innovative idea of establishing a “Pharma Park” in Pakistan to manufacture the basic ingredients of medicines. The Health Minister of Saudi Arabia appreciated the idea and expressed his willingness to support Pakistan in the establishment of the proposed Pharma Park. Dr Nadeem Jan informed the Saudi Minister about the steps for polio eradication in Pakistan. He highlighted the newly revamped communication strategy and the localized operational hub for stopping the wild poliovirus circulation in high-risk zones.

The Saudi Health Minister lauded the strategy for the eradication of polio from Pakistan. The minister informed that Pakistan is sending a team of doctors and paramedics, with a 30-bed field hospital equipped with all the diagnostic and life-saving emergency interventions to Afghanistan for the provision of health emergency cover to the victims of earthquake in Herat.

The Saudi Health Minister appreciated this gesture and informed that the King Salman Relief Centre is also busy in providing emergency relief to the victims. The minister apprised the Saudi Health Minister of the forthcoming Global Health Security Summit in Pakistan.

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Health Minister Nadeem Jan launches health card mobile App

October 4, 2023 by Abid Khan

He said “Meera Sehat Card” is available on play store.
He said health card is for resident of Islamabad and Tharparkar.
He said Sehat Card will be available for all citizens soon.

ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Federal Minister for Health Dr Nadeem Jan launched the health card mobile App “Meera Sehat Card”.

Addressing the ceremony, the minister said that “Sehat Sahulat Program” has been a pioneer in the adoption of digitalization in healthcare since its inception. He said that now “Meera Sehat Card” is available on Android play store and Apple App store.

He said that currently “Meera Sehat Card” is for permanent resident family (as per NADRA records) of Islamabad, Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan and District Tharparkar (Sindh). The minister said that soon “Meera Sehat Card” will be available for all citizens of Pakistan.

Dr. Nadeem Jan said that the App gives a comprehensive list of family members. The digital records will empower families to manage their health needs effectively. He said that the App will also provide a record of effective medical treatment history. The App ensures that medical caregivers have access to accurate information, he added. He said that citizens will now have access to a transparent list of available treatments through the App.

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Pakistan Seeks Iran’s Help for Medicine Shortage

September 6, 2023 by Muhammad Sher

Officials from both countries will create a plan for a steady drug supply. Minister for Health and Iran’s Ambassador meet to discuss cooperation. Focus on learning from each other and preventing diseases across borders. Pakistan, facing a shortage of essential medicines, has expressed its intent to seek cooperation from Iran to address this pressing issue. … Read more

President Alvi meets with Dr Nadeem Jan

August 31, 2023 by Abid Khan

Both discussed matters relating to national health.
President emphasized special focus on breast cancer.
He said basic treatment of mental health could be provided.

ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Federal Minister for National Health Services Regulations and Coordination, Dr Nadeem Jan called on President Dr Arif Alvi and discussed matters relating to national health in the country.

The president emphasized a special focus on issues of breast cancer, the growing population, and mental health in the country.

President Alvi and the health minister discussed the proposals regarding nutrition, rehabilitation of differently abled persons, and mental and physical weakness among the children.

He stressed the need to provide consultation facilities to improve mental health in the country.

He said the basic treatment of mental health could be provided with the help of modern technology, Artificial Intelligence, and chatbots.

The minister commended the president’s special focus and guidance for the eradication of polio in the country.

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