NHSP Sindh

18/06/2026

Under the strategic guidance of District Manager Mr. Ali Afzal Wasan and facilitated by MNCH Coordinator Dr. Saima Memon, PPHI successfully conducted a Training of Assessors organized by PPHI with support of NHSP Sindh for 09 dedicated individuals in district Matiari. This pivotal initiative is a direct step toward achieving Disbursement Linked Result (DLR) 2.2 under NHSP Sindh, focusing on the competency-based assessment of healthcare providers against approved clinical frameworks and standards. By standardizing skills and elevating clinical monitoring, this training ensures that frontline teams are thoroughly equipped to deliver high-quality, reliable Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health (MNCH) services across all primary healthcare facilities in the district.

14/06/2026

🩸 One Drop of Humanity. Give Blood. Save Lives. 🩸
As the world marks Day 2026, we are reminded that a single act of kindness can be the thin line between life and death. In healthcare, having access to safe blood is not just a medical requirement—it is an emergency lifeline.
For a pregnant mother facing severe postpartum hemorrhage or a newborn fighting for survival in a remote district, every second counts. This is exactly where the National Health Support Program (NHSP) Sindh is stepping in to bridge the gap. Through our commitment to DLI 3 (Referral Strategy Implementation), we are strengthening the referral mechanism for the prevention of maternal and child complications across Sindh.
🔄 How the Referral Mechanism and Blood Donation Connect to Save Lives:
• Timely Transfers, Ready Supplies: DLI 3 focuses on ensuring that when a frontline primary healthcare facility refers a critical maternal or neonatal emergency, the receiving secondary or tertiary hospital is fully equipped to handle it immediately.
• Eliminating Critical Delays: A seamless referral network means nothing if life-saving blood is missing upon arrival. Voluntary blood donation ensures that blood banks at referral hubs are always stocked, eliminating panic and delays when a mother or child is transferred.
• Reducing Out-of-Pocket Shock: When communities donate blood voluntarily, it ensures that vulnerable families do not have to purchase blood during an emergency, directly lowering their out-of-pocket healthcare expenses during a crisis.
This World Blood Donor Day, let’s honor the spirit of humanity. Your voluntary blood donation fuels the very system we are building under NHSP to ensure no mother or child loses their life due to a preventable delay.
Be the reason a heartbeat continues. Give Blood. Save Lives. ❤️

10/06/2026

Through the National Health Support Program (NHSP) Sindh, 432 motorbikes have been distributed to Sindh Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI) vaccinators and outreach teams. These new vehicles significantly enhance mobile vaccination drives and Integrated Service Delivery (ISD) in underserved areas—effectively bridging access gaps, overcoming geographical barriers, and building deep public trust in routine immunization.
Demonstrating the real-world impact of this initiative, one of our dedicated frontline healthcare professionals shared his experience from the field:
"This vehicle has completely transformed my daily operational routine as a vaccinator. Instead of facing logistical challenges to reach isolated communities, I can now focus entirely on my core mission: protecting children. These motorbikes have effectively bridged the gap between our stationary health facilities and the underserved families who need us most, making routine immunization truly accessible for everyone." — Muhammad Umair Khan Lodhi, Vaccinator, EPI Sindh (UC 10 Bhittai Colony, Korangi District)
By empowering our vaccinators with wheels, NHSP Sindh is ensuring that no village is too remote, no journey is too long, and no child is left unprotected. Together, we are driving forward to a healthier, fully immunized Sindh!

08/06/2026

The National Health Support Program (NHSP) Sindh recently convened a vital Technical Working Group (TWG) meeting Chaired by the PD NHSP Sindh Dr. Sahibjan Badar to review progress on DLI 7 / DLR 7.2
(DLI 7: PHC Facilities Reporting Reduction in Stock Outs of Select FP and Nutrition Commodities and Essential Drugs/Medicines
DLR7.2: 80% of PHC facilities in at least 15 districts have at least 80% of the essential medicines, nutrition and family planning commodities)

The Assistant Director, DG M&E Dr. Fahim Soomro presented data-driven field updates showing that districts are consistently meeting the targets. Ensuring the continuous availability of the Essential Drug List (EDL)— notified by the Honourable Minister of Health & Population Welfare department, Government of Sindh —is absolutely critical, as a steady supply of these life-saving medicines, nutrition, and family planning commodities directly bridges the historical gap between vulnerable communities and reliable care. For too long, supply chain inconsistencies forced families to face stock-outs and high out-of-pocket medical costs, but this critical gap is now actively being filled through routine district monitoring, By keeping facility shelves fully stocked, NHSP Sindh is successfully eliminating shortages, lowering financial burdens, and securing dependable, uninterrupted primary healthcare for every family across the province.

04/06/2026

In a major step toward protecting mothers and newborns, the National Health Support Program (NHSP) Sindh has officially handed over the Referral Strategy for the Prevention of Maternal Complications to the Medical Emergency Resilience Foundation (MERF)!
This comprehensive strategy is designed for the timely response to obstetric emergencies when every second counts. Currently under NHSP, MERF manages operation in Thatta and Sujawal in 6 Rural Health Centres in Sindh. By formalizing these emergency protocols, we are systematically bridging the gap between rural primary health centers and secondary care hospitals.
This initiative isn't just about transport; it’s about structural resilience. By optimizing patient pathways, NHSP is taking a decisive step toward Universal Health Coverage (UHC)—ensuring that no matter how remote, every mother in Sindh gets the timely, life-saving medical care she deserves.

26/05/2026

19/05/2026

Strengthening Maternal & Neonatal Care in Sindh: From Assessment to Action!
Following the successful Training of Trainers organized by the National Health Support Program (NHSP) Sindh for RMNCH managers across 21 districts, our trained assessors have officially initiated baseline competency assessments for Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health (MNCH) healthcare providers.
The initial round of clinical baseline assessments was successfully completed at following health facilities:
📍 RHC Fazal Muhammad Talpur , RHC Kadhan & RHC Khoski (District Badin)
📍 MCHC Benazi (District Jacobabad)
📍 RHC Darro (District Sujawal)
📍 RHC Dando (District Tando Muhammad Khan)
These assessments are critical to identifying clinical knowledge gaps. Based on the findings, NHSP Sindh—in coordination with the Department of Health, PPHI, and MERF—will roll out targeted remedial actions, including tailored on-the-job coaching, targeted on-the-job training, and structured group-based refresher courses.
By empowering our frontline healthcare heroes with enhanced clinical competencies, we are strengthening primary health systems, elevating the quality of MNCH services, and taking decisive steps toward eliminating preventable maternal and neonatal mortality across Sindh.

15/05/2026

Strengthening the future of healthcare in Sindh!
The NHSP Sindh recently held a review meeting at PMU NHSP to finalize the Business Plans for the Fiscal Year 2026-27. The session involved a comprehensive evaluation of NHSP sectors, including TB, EPI, MMU, PPHI, RMNCH, SIEHS, and DHIS2. By meticulously reviewing these strategic plans, we are ensuring that every program is aligned to deliver efficient, data-driven, and high-quality services to the people of Sindh. This collaborative effort marks a vital step toward achieving sustainable health reforms and Universal Health Coverage.

14/05/2026

In a significant move toward reducing maternal mortality and morbidity, the National Health Support Program (NHSP) Sindh has officially handed over the Referral Strategy for the Prevention of Maternal Complications to PPHI Sindh. This comprehensive strategy will ensure a seamless and rapid response to obstetric emergencies.
By formalizing these protocols, NHSP is not only bridging the gap between primary and secondary care but also reinforcing its pivotal role in building a resilient healthcare system. This initiative represents a decisive step toward achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC), ensuring that every mother in Sindh has access to the timely, life-saving interventions she deserves.

12/05/2026

International Nurses Day on May 12, 2026, features the theme "Our Nurses. Our Future. Empowered Nurses Save Lives". This focus moves beyond recognition to actively empowering nurses with resources, safety, and leadership, which is critical for strengthening health systems and improving maternal and child nutrition globally.