PM’s Hepatitis Programme screens 900 employees

The Prime Minister’s Programme for Elimination of Hepatitis C has conducted a two-day screening camp at the Prime Minister’s House, screening around 900 employees from senior officers to staff members at all levels.
A dedicated medical team also visited the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) office at the Prime Minister’s Office and screened its entire staff.
PM’s Hepatitis Programme screens 900 employees
The initiative was widely appreciated, reflecting the importance of institutional participation in the national campaign to eliminate Hepatitis C and ensure timely diagnosis and treatment.
The screening activity aimed to promote awareness about the disease and encourage individuals to undergo testing, as early detection is essential for preventing complications and reducing its transmission.
According to an official of the Ministry of National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination, institutional-level screening initiatives were an important component of the national effort to achieve a Hepatitis C-free Pakistan.
The programme aims to expand screening opportunities and facilitate access to diagnosis and treatment, particularly for people who may otherwise remain unaware of their infection, he added.
The ministry emphasized that collective efforts by government institutions, healthcare providers and the public were essential to achieving the national target of eliminating Hepatitis C.