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This detailed report presents an in-depth assessment of the health system of District Kasur, Pakistan. conducted in January 2018. The study explores the district’s healthcare infrastructure, administrative framework, human resources, and public health programs, while identifying strengths, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.

Covering key facilities such as the District Headquarters Hospital, Tehsil Headquarters Hospitals, Rural Health Centers, Basic Health Units, and specialized programs including maternal and child health, TB/DOTS, dengue control, and nutrition initiatives, the report highlights the vital role of healthcare providers and community-based workers in serving a population of over 3.3 million.

Through on-site observations, interviews, and data analysis, this report offers actionable recommendations to enhance healthcare delivery, strengthen preventive services, and address critical gaps in resources and accessibility, ultimately aiming to improve the health and well-being of the people of Kasur.

In 2021, I had the privilege of leading and documenting the implementation of the world’s largest measles-rubella mass vaccination campaign in Faisalabad, Pakistan. Working in collaboration with UNICEF, WHO, Gavi, and the Government of Pakistan, I helped coordinate planning, advocacy, training, and on-ground execution that reached millions of children across Faisalabad Division.

From designing communication and social mobilization strategies to supervising training workshops and validating field activities, my role focused on ensuring that the campaign not only achieved its ambitious coverage targets but also strengthened long-term immunization systems. This report reflects both the scale of the effort and the dedication of thousands of health professionals who joined hands to protect children from measles, rubella, and polio , a mission I was proud to contribute to directly.

Photography by Serena Taj

     Reports...

• Mass Media Campaign Report – MR Campaign, Division Faisalabad (2021), UNICEF.
  Summary and impact assessment of the mass media campaign conducted during the MR (Measles-Rubella) campaign across Faisalabad Division in 2021.

• TSA Operational Report – District Gujranwala (2022–2023), WHO. 
  A comprehensive overview of TSA activities and interventions conducted across Gujranwala during the 2022–2023 period.

This report presents my hospital attachment experience across leading healthcare institutions in Lahore, including Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital & Research Centre, Jinnah Hospital, Punjab Institute of Cardiology, and the Infectious Diseases Hospital.

A major focus of this attachment was my time at Shaukat Khanum, where I explored advanced Radiation Oncology services such as IMRT, IGRT, SBRT, SRS, and brachytherapy, alongside integrated medical and surgical oncology care. I also gained insight into the hospital’s Research Wing, which conducts cutting-edge studies in cancer genetics, epigenetics, proteomics, and clinical trials, contributing to the development of precision medicine and new therapeutic strategies.

In addition, the rotations at Jinnah Hospital strengthened my understanding of general and specialized care, emergency services, and hospital administration. My time at the Punjab Institute of Cardiology enhanced my knowledge of cardiology, critical care, and surgical interventions, while the Infectious Diseases Hospital provided valuable exposure to disease management and public health practices.

This comprehensive experience has given me a deeper perspective on hospital systems, multidisciplinary patient care, and the role of research in improving clinical outcomes.

This report summarizes the AFP surveillance and immunization activities in Gujranwala, a densely populated and industrially significant district in northeastern Punjab, from July 2022 to July 2023. During this period, no wild poliovirus cases were reported. More than 160 active surveillance sites were strengthened, with trained health workers, vaccinators, and community informants supporting timely detection and reporting of cases. National Immunization Days reached nearly 2 million children, achieving over 100% coverage, while special outreach efforts focused on hard-to-reach populations, including nomads, Afghan refugees, brick kiln workers, and Pashtoon communities. Close coordination, use of digital reporting tools, and engagement with local communities contributed to maintaining Gujranwala’s polio-free status and improving routine immunization systems.

Photography by Serena Taj