ISLAMABAD, PAKISTAN: In a major step toward strengthening Pakistan’s healthcare system, the World Health Organization (WHO) has announced a massive initiative to train 140,000 healthcare professionals across the country ahead of the upcoming national vaccination campaign.
The large-scale training program aims to equip health workers, vaccinators, and data teams with essential skills in micro-planning, monitoring, and data management, ensuring effective outreach to every corner of the nation — particularly remote and under-served communities.
WHO will be working closely with Pakistan’s Federal Directorate of Immunization (FDI) and the Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI) to improve the country’s vaccine coverage and reduce the number of children who remain unvaccinated due to logistical and accessibility challenges.
Officials say the initiative aligns with Pakistan’s commitment to bridge immunization gaps and enhance health security amid global efforts to prevent outbreaks of vaccine-preventable diseases. The campaign also comes as part of the WHO’s “Big Catch-Up” movement, which earlier this year successfully reached 2.8 million children across the country.
Health experts believe that investing in the country’s frontline workforce will not only boost the success of vaccination campaigns but also strengthen public trust in immunization — a crucial step toward achieving disease-free generations.
As the country continues to face public health challenges, this initiative stands as a testament to Pakistan’s growing focus on preventive healthcare and WHO’s ongoing support in ensuring every child’s right to a healthy future.
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