THE EFFECT OF PUBLIC HEALTH CAMPAIGNS ON PREVENTING INFECTIOUS DISEASES IN PAKISTAN

Authors

  • Dr. Muhammad Ali Health Systems Research Center, Aga Khan University, Karachi, Pakistan. Author

Keywords:

Public health campaigns, infectious diseases, disease prevention, Pakistan, tuberculosis, malaria, health communication, healthcare policy, public response, public health strategies

Abstract

Public health campaigns are a pivotal tool for preventing infectious diseases in low-resource countries like Pakistan. Despite numerous efforts, Pakistan continues to struggle with the prevention and management of infectious diseases, including tuberculosis, malaria, hepatitis, and more recently, COVID-19. This article investigates the effectiveness of public health campaigns in combating these diseases in Pakistan, focusing on the scope of preventive measures, the public's response to health messaging, and the role of government and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in the distribution of health information. By examining both successes and failures of past campaigns, this paper outlines the necessary strategies to improve future interventions and recommends a multifaceted approach involving both traditional and modern communication methods.

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Published

2024-03-31

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Vol. 1 No. 1 (2024): Pakistan Journal of History and Civilization

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