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SPARC State of Pakistan’s Children Report

“State of Children Report” is an annual publication produced by the Society for the Protection of the Rights of the Child (SPARC), a non-governmental organization based in Pakistan. The report provides information on the situation of children in the country, covering various aspects such as health, education, violence against children, juvenile justice system, etc. The report is widely cited by…

The Age Of Consent And The Borders Of Belief

ICT Child Marriage Restraint Act, 2025 marks a pivotal step toward a safer, progressive Pakistan KARACHI. Child rights organisations and advocates, along with concerned citizens, have warmly welcomed the passage of recent legislation on child marriages, describing it as a landmark step toward protecting the rights and well-being of children.…

Pneumonia Persists as a Grave Threat to Children

The pneumonia outbreak in Punjab continues to spread, claiming 12 more lives in the past 24 hours, bringing the total death toll to 220 since January 1st. According to official data, 1,077 new cases have been reported in the province during the same period, with a majority of the patients…
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Poliovirus detected in sewage samples from 9 locations

According to the News, the Regional Reference Laboratory for Polio Eradication at the National Institute of Health Islamabad has confirmed the detection of Type-1 Wild Poliovirus (WPV1) in nine environmental (sewage) samples collected in December 2023. The poliovirus was detected in the environmental samples from Multan, Karachi South, Karachi Malir,…
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Japanese grant of $3.62m to fight polio in Pakistan

The Japanese government has announced $3.62 million grant to procure essential oral polio vaccines as part of its continued support for polio eradication efforts in Pakistan. Pakistan will use the funds to procure more than 21m doses of vaccines to support polio campaigns in 2024. According to a statement issued…
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Balochistan remains polio free since 2021

According to a news report by Daily Dawn on 8 Jan 2023, despite facing numerous challenges, Balochistan, despite facing numerous challenges, has successfully maintained its polio-free status for nearly three years since the last case was reported in January 2021. Despite encountering positive environmental samples, the region’s resilient efforts have…
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Estimated 100,000 children with type 1 diabetes go undiagnosed

In Pakistan, an estimated 100,000 children with type 1 diabetes go undiagnosed due to a lack of awareness among parents and healthcare professionals, according to senior endocrinologists and health experts who spoke at a press conference held at the National Press Club on 6 Jan 2024. The experts emphasized that…
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Resurging Poliovirus Threat

ISLAMABAD: The Emergency Committee under the International Health Regulations on the international spread of poliovirus has warned that re-infection of epidemiologically-critical areas and historical reservoirs in Pakistan and Afghanistan represent a significant risk to the gains made during the last 18 months. The emergency committee, in a statement issued in…
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Experts concerned over widespread drug use in educational institutions

Across educational institutions nationwide, there’s been a recent upsurge in the illicit use of drugs and tobacco, impacting students, administrative staff, and even faculty members. This concerning trend is fueled by societal lawlessness, facilitating easy access to illicit substances, alongside factors like escalating poverty and limited job opportunities. These concerns…
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Busting Breastfeeding Myths and Fears

Busting Breastfeeding Myths and Fears” is an informative video presented by SALT which aims to provide insights into the health benefits associated with breastfeeding, tackling common challenges and offering practical tips to support a smoother breastfeeding journey for both mothers and babies.…
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The Crises of Malnutrition in Pakistan

Hailing from Gharo, Lachmi, aged two months and weighing just eight kilogrammes, was brought to our clinic by her very worried mother, who reported that she was not able to breastfeed Lachmi as she could not afford meals most days. Lachmi underwent various tests before being diagnosed with Severe Acute…
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Rapid care and feeding assessment in floods 2022

Rapid Care & Feeding Assessment in Flood Affected Areas

In 2022, Pakistan was hit by a devastating flood that broke a century-old record, resulting in a humanitarian emergency that has affected the lives of over 33 million people, including 16 million children. To assess the impact of the floods on the nutritional practices and needs of infants, young children,…
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