On January 31st, 2024, the National Coordinator CMU chaired a pivotal meeting at CMU, bringing together the NACP team and UNDP. Deliberations centered on Monitoring & Evaluation challenges and the necessary follow-ups regarding Management Information Systems. Such collaborative efforts promise enhanced efficiency and efficacy in HIV/AIDS healthcare initiatives.
Team from CMU-Pakistan participated in Multi-country (MCG) South Asia Steering Committee Meeting (TB Grant) during 29th-31st January 2024 at Bangkok Thailand. The meeting was chaired by Dr Razia Fatima, National Coordinator (virtually) and Chair Person for MCG Steering Committee. Dr Mahboob Ul Haq presented the MCG progress and updates in Pakistan, Dr Sabira Tahseen updated about TB control activities in the country and Mr Zaheer Ahmad presented the financial updates. Furthermore, updates were also provided by the Provincial management of PTP KP and Balochistan
National Coordinator CMU chaired the meeting with the HIV/AIDS ART Staff at CMU on 26th January 2024.
During a dissemination workshop for the National TB Strategic Plan 2024-26, led by Health Director General Dr. Mohammad Ahmad Kazi, it was revealed that the goal is to elevate the number of treated cases from 424,559 in 2022 to a minimum of 528,600 by 2026. Read More
The National Coordinator led the Malaria PR Coordination Meeting at CMU on January 24, 2024. Collaborating with the CMU Malaria Team and IHHN, discussions revolved around the ITNs Mass Distribution campaign for 2024, upcoming malaria grant cycle, treatment regimens, and plans for future technical working group meetings, fostering comprehensive strategies.
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Right now, an impactful National Dissemination event is unfolding, spearheaded by the Common Management Unit, Ministry of Health Pakistan. The gathering, graced by the Ministry of National Health Services, Regulations & Coordination Islamabad, USAID Pakistan, WHO, and JSI, is unveiling National, Provincial, and Regional TB strategic plans for 2024-2026.
Chaired by DG Health, Dr Muhammad Ahmad Kazi and National Coordinator CMU, the leadership sets the tone with an inspiring opening address, emphasizing the pivotal role of strategic planning in eradicating TB. According to the National Strategic Plan 2024-2026, the ambitious goal is to reduce the TB mortality rate by 36% in 2026. Partner representatives highlighted the collaborative efforts needed for a disease-free future.
Moreover, the provincial representatives addressed stakeholders at the TB Dissemination Event. A collective call to action emphasizes the pivotal role of strategic planning in eradicating TB and fostering collaboration. Mr. Mehmood Aslam, Secretary Health-Govt of KP, PTP Manager Balouchistan, Punjab PTP Manager, PTP KP addressed the audience.
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In a collaborative effort, CMU, Mercy Corps, and HISP convened with Mr. Guy Stallworthy from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to review the TB Tracker initiative. National Coordinator CMU kicked off the meeting, and Mr. Guy shared insights on the BMGF grant’s progress, drawing from his on-field experiences with TB health facilities in Pakistan. Progress updates from each partner covered achievements, challenges, and opportunities. The session included discussion on action points for future meetings, reprogramming possibilities, and concluded with a focus on enhanced collaboration and strategic planning. Together, the teams aim to achieve realistic milestones in the process of digitilization TB patient tracking system by 2024.
In a collaborative stride toward eradicating malaria, the National Coordinator and her CMU team met with the Global Fund Country team. Together, they reviewed past achievements, addressing challenges, and discussed a strategic plan for the upcoming grant cycle to ensure successful implementation. The meeting emphasized seizing opportunities for a more resilient malaria control in Pakistan.
