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The Integrated Disease Surveillance and Response (IDSR) team from the National Institute of Health (NIH), along with Gil...
06/08/2025

The Integrated Disease Surveillance and Response (IDSR) team from the National Institute of Health (NIH), along with Gilgit-Baltistan's Provincial Disease Surveillance and Response Unit (PDSRU), has partnered with the District Health Officer of Nagar. This collaboration aims to empower Lady Health Workers (LHWs) to lead a house-to-house disease awareness campaign, distributing IEC materials to improve public health knowledge and encourage proactive health-seeking behaviors.

The IDSR-NIH team, in collaboration with PDSRU-GB and the District Health Officer of Nagar, conducted community engageme...
04/08/2025

The IDSR-NIH team, in collaboration with PDSRU-GB and the District Health Officer of Nagar, conducted community engagement and health education sessions. The goal was to raise awareness about disease prevention.

A team from the Integrated Disease Surveillance and Response System (IDSRS-NIH) in Skardu recently conducted a crucial f...
01/08/2025

A team from the Integrated Disease Surveillance and Response System (IDSRS-NIH) in Skardu recently conducted a crucial field visit to RHQ Hospital Skardu. This proactive public health initiative was designed to strengthen local healthcare response capabilities and promote community awareness regarding infectious diseases.

During the visit, the IDSRS-NIH team collaborated with hospital staff, including pediatric and dermatology doctors, to review case management protocols and discuss current disease trends.
Furthermore, the team provided essential training to the hospital's paramedical staff. This training focused on infection prevention and control (IPC) measures, which are vital for preventing disease transmission within the hospital and early identification and isolation of patients, a critical step in curbing potential outbreaks.

This visit underscores a commitment to strengthening the public health infrastructure in Skardu. By focusing on both healthcare provider education and community awareness, the initiative aims to build a more resilient system for managing infectious disease threats.

The National Institutes of Health (NIH), in collaboration with the Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) Health Department and the Globa...
01/08/2025

The National Institutes of Health (NIH), in collaboration with the Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) Health Department and the Global Fund, recently organized the Rapid Response Team Management Training and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) Development Workshop in Skardu (GB).

A coordination meeting was held between the IDSR-NIH team and the District Health Officer (DHO) Islamabad. The purpose o...
01/08/2025

A coordination meeting was held between the IDSR-NIH team and the District Health Officer (DHO) Islamabad. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss and strengthen collaborative efforts in dengue prevention and control.

The discussion focused on providing technical support for field surveillance and genomic surveillance of the dengue vector in Islamabad. The IDSRS team offered their expertise in entomological monitoring, identifying high-risk areas, and conducting genomic analysis of vector populations. This support will aid in the early detection of changes in vector behavior and resistance.

The meeting also emphasized enhancing the rapid detection and timely response to dengue fever cases through integrated surveillance systems and coordinated field actions.

Following a formal invitation from the DHO office and approval from the project director of IDSRS, the IDSRS team will regularly visit high-risk Union Councils (UCs) in Islamabad alongside DHO staff to conduct surveillance and monitor anti-dengue activities.

The National Institute of Health (NIH) Pakistan, in collaboration with the UK Health Security Agency’s International Hea...
30/07/2025

The National Institute of Health (NIH) Pakistan, in collaboration with the UK Health Security Agency’s International Health Regulations Strengthening Project (UKHSA IHR-SP), convened a high-level National Review Meeting on Public Health Laboratories and IDSR Laboratory Networks in Islamabad. The meeting was attended by key stakeholders, including Directors of all six Provincial Public Health Laboratories (PPHRLs), Provincial IDSR focal persons, global leads from UKHSA IHR-SP, representatives from the UK Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) and the Fleming Fund, UKHSA country team, officials from the Ministry of NHSR&C as well as experts from the WHO and other development partners.
The primary objective of the meeting was to review the progress made at the provincial and regional levels in establishing functional IDSR Laboratory Networks. During the proceedings, the PPHRLs presented their key achievements, highlighted existing challenges, and way forward. The agenda also featured in-depth discussions on the sustainability of PPHRLs, the integration of laboratory and surveillance systems, and the current landscape of culture and sensitivity testing regarding antimicrobial resistance (AMR) surveillance.
This important gathering reflects the continued commitment of NIH and its partners to enhancing Pakistan’s public health preparedness and response capacities through strengthened, interconnected, and sustainable laboratory networks.

The National Institute of Health (NIH), in collaboration with the Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) Health Department and the Global...
29/07/2025

The National Institute of Health (NIH), in collaboration with the Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) Health Department and the Global Fund, recently concluded an intensive five-day workshop aimed at bolstering the disease-specific response plan within GB. This collaborative initiative brought together key stakeholders and experts to develop and refine crucial plans for addressing various health challenges in the region.

The workshop's primary objective was to equip local health authorities and professionals with the necessary tools and knowledge to effectively prepare for and respond to disease outbreaks. Participants engaged in comprehensive sessions focused on developing tailored response plans for specific diseases prevalent in GB, considering the unique geographical and demographic characteristics of the area. This included in-depth discussions on surveillance, early warning systems, rapid diagnostic protocols, case management, and community engagement strategies. By fostering this partnership between the NIH and the Global Fund, the initiative underscores a commitment to strengthening health systems and improving public health outcomes in Gilgit-Baltistan.

The National Institute of Health (NIH), in collaboration with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC),...
18/07/2025

The National Institute of Health (NIH), in collaboration with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), conducted a visit to the provincial Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Livestock, and Health departments in Quetta, Balochistan, from 16–17 July 2025. The purpose of these meetings was to establish mechanisms and procedures to exchange surveillance information and data integration between the animal and environmental sectors with human health data through DHIS-2. The Livestock Department highlighted its ongoing efforts to share animal health data on six priority zoonotic diseases through DHIS-2. The EPA presented their routine operations and the types of environmental data currently available, and agreed to initiate data sharing through DHIS-2. This step will make Balochistan the first province in Pakistan where human, animal, and environmental health data are integrated into a unified surveillance platform, demonstrating a practical implementation of the One Health approach for zoonotic disease prevention and control. The progress on the implementation of the One Health governance structure was discussed with the Health Department to ensure cross-sectoral coordination and sustainability of the initiative.

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) organized a 2-day consultative meeting in Gilgit to accelerate the implementatio...
14/07/2025

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) organized a 2-day consultative meeting in Gilgit to accelerate the implementation of the Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Program in the region.
The meeting brought together important figures, including the Provincial IPC Focal Person, members of the Provincial Steering Committee and Technical Working Group, and managers from public tertiary care hospitals. Discussions centered on several key areas: aligning with the WHO IPC core components, enhancing healthcare-associated infection (HCAI) surveillance, and effectively utilizing assessment tools such as IPCAF and IPCOAT. Strengthening governance structures for IPC was also a major focus.
This activity aligns with the National Action Plan for Health Security (NAPHS 2024–28) and contributes toward a resilient, safe, and responsive healthcare system in GB.

The National Institutes of Health (NIH), in collaboration with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)...
04/07/2025

The National Institutes of Health (NIH), in collaboration with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Health Department Sindh, conducted a two-day meeting on “Operationalizing Provincial One Health Hubs” in Karachi, Sindh. The workshop aimed to establish a clear governance structure for implementing the One Health approach in Sindh.

Participants included representatives from all relevant sectors, development partners, and academia. All sectors committed to endorsing the finalized governance framework through their respective ministries.

This meeting marked a significant milestone in strengthening and advancing the One Health approach in Pakistan. With this meeting, NIH and U.S. CDC have now finalized the One Health governance structures for all provinces and regions across the country.

The National Institute of Health (NIH), in collaboration with the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) and the Gilgit-Balti...
04/07/2025

The National Institute of Health (NIH), in collaboration with the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) and the Gilgit-Baltistan Department of Health, recently conducted a two-day training workshop in Skardu. The training focused on capturing, analyzing, and interpreting laboratory data for laboratory personnel. Participants from public sector laboratories across all districts of Gilgit-Baltistan gained practical skills in data entry (both case-based and aggregate), data analysis and interpretation, and dashboard development for laboratory indicators, learning how to translate lab data into actionable insights for surveillance and response. Experts from the NIH and UKHSA also led insightful sessions on the role of laboratories in Integrated Disease Surveillance and Response (IDSR), data tools and reporting formats, and the flow of laboratory data for priority infectious diseases in Gilgit-Baltistan. The sessions concluded with group presentations, feedback sharing, and the distribution of certificates. This initiative marks a crucial step in strengthening Gilgit-Baltistan's laboratory surveillance system, vital for enabling early warnings, timely responses, and data-driven decision-making.

The National Institute of Health (NIH), in collaboration with the Global Fund, recently conducted a Frontline training p...
03/07/2025

The National Institute of Health (NIH), in collaboration with the Global Fund, recently conducted a Frontline training program in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP). This program specifically utilized the One Health approach, emphasizing the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health.

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