{"id":22912,"date":"2024-12-19T10:26:34","date_gmt":"2024-12-19T10:26:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theasiantelegraph.global\/?p=22912"},"modified":"2024-12-19T10:26:35","modified_gmt":"2024-12-19T10:26:35","slug":"pakistans-first-bs-midwifery-program-marks-a-landmark-achievement-dr-mukhtar","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theasiantelegraph.global\/?p=22912","title":{"rendered":"Pakistan’s first BS Midwifery Program marks a landmark achievement, Dr. Mukhtar"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Empowering Healthcare: Pakistan Launches First-Ever BSc in Midwifery Program<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Islamaba : vThe Government of Pakistan has proudly launched its first-ever Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Midwifery Program, a significant milestone in advancing maternal and child healthcare and achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC). This landmark initiative was inaugurated by Dr. Malik Mukhtar Ahmad Bharath, Coordinator to the Prime Minister on National Health Service Regulations & Coordination, during a ceremony attended by distinguished guests, esteemed colleagues, and future leaders in midwifery.
Dr. Bharath emphasized the Government of Pakistan\u2019s unwavering commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly Universal Health Coverage. He highlighted the pressing need for a robust health workforce to address Pakistan\u2019s critical shortage of trained midwives, community health workers, and pediatric specialists. This shortage poses a significant challenge to maternal and child health outcomes and affects the quality and availability of healthcare nationwide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cEvidence shows that trained midwives can prevent over 80% of maternal deaths, stillbirths, and newborn deaths when they work within a strong health system,\u201d said Dr. Bharath. \u201cThis is why the launch of Pakistan\u2019s first-ever Bachelor of Science in Midwifery Program is a landmark achievement.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The BSc in Midwifery Program is a collaborative initiative supported by UNFPA, the Ministry of National Health Services, Regulations & Coordination, and the Government of Pakistan. The program is being offered through the Health Services Academy and Fatima Jinnah University Lahore, with its first batch of 80 students enrolled in Spring 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Dr. Bharath described the program as more than an academic endeavor. \u201cThis initiative empowers women, promotes gender equity, and brings meaningful change to healthcare in Pakistan,\u201d he stated. By equipping midwives with advanced skills and knowledge, the program aims to tackle Pakistan\u2019s maternal and newborn health challenges while fostering women\u2019s empowerment and advancing social progress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He extended his gratitude to UNFPA for its generous support and acknowledged the leadership of the Ministry of National Health Services, Regulations & Coordination in making this program a reality. \u201cThe launch of this program reflects our collective commitment to creating a healthier, more equitable Pakistan,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The program\u2019s focus on maternal and newborn health aligns with Pakistan\u2019s broader health goals, including reducing maternal, newborn, and infant mortality and managing population growth. As Dr. Bharath highlighted, these efforts have far-reaching implications for the nation\u2019s economic and social well-being.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Looking ahead, Dr. Bharath expressed optimism that the program will accelerate progress toward achieving Universal Health Coverage in Pakistan. He reaffirmed the government\u2019s dedication to supporting the midwifery profession and improving healthcare outcomes for all.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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