Deputy District Health Officer - Tehsil Layyah

28/08/2026

28/08/2026

28/08/2026

*District Malnutrition Address Committee (DMAC) Meeting Report*

Chairperson: Honorable Shabir Ahmad Dogar, ADCG Layyah
Participants: CEO, District Health Authority (DHA) Layyah, representatives of relevant departments, Nutrition International, and other stakeholders

A meeting of the District Malnutrition Address Committee (DMAC) was held under the chairmanship of Honorable Shabir Ahmad Dogar, ADCG Layyah. The meeting was attended by the CEO DHA Layyah and representatives of concerned departments and stakeholders.

The meeting focused on reviewing the nutritional status of vulnerable populations, implementation of nutrition-related interventions, and strengthening inter-sectoral coordination to address malnutrition in the district.

Key Points Discussed

1. Review of the district nutrition situation and identification of areas and populations at higher risk of malnutrition.
2. Review of the implementation status of nutrition-specific and nutrition-sensitive interventions across the district.
3. Strengthening of Maternal, Infant and Young Child Nutrition (MIYCN) interventions, particularly promotion of exclusive breastfeeding and appropriate complementary feeding.
4. Improvement of ANC and PNC nutrition counselling for pregnant and lactating women.
5. Early identification, screening, referral, and management of malnourished children, particularly children suffering from wasting and severe acute malnutrition.
6. Strengthening of Community Management of Acute Malnutrition (CMAM) services and referral linkages between community and health facilities.
7. Emphasis on the availability and proper utilization of nutrition commodities, therapeutic foods, medicines, and essential supplies at relevant health facilities.
8. Strengthening coordination among Health, Population Welfare, Education, Social Welfare, Local Government, Livestock, Agriculture, and other relevant departments for addressing underlying causes of malnutrition.

24/06/2026

*Field Visit Report – CEO DHA Layyah*

1. CHIs Monitoring – Tehsil Choubara

_On the special directions of Honorable Madam Nadia Saquib, Secretary Health & Population Department, Punjab, conducted a field visit to monitor the performance of Community Health Inspectors (CHIs) in Tehsil Choubara._

- Visited multiple Union Councils (UCs) and field locations.
- Assessed CHIs' attendance, household profiling, and community outreach activities.
- Reviewed the quality of field work and service delivery.
- Issued necessary directions to improve performance, ensure data accuracy, and strengthen community-based health interventions.

*2. THQ Hospital Choubara*

_Visited THQ Hospital Choubara to assess preparedness for Muharram-ul-Haram._
- Inspected various hospital departments with special emphasis on Emergency Services.
- Reviewed the availability of medicines, emergency equipment, and staff deployment.
- Evaluated cleanliness, patient care arrangements, and overall operational readiness.
- Issued necessary directions to the Medical Superintendent and hospital administration to ensure uninterrupted healthcare services and effective emergency response during Muharram-ul-Haram.
Regards...
*Dr. Shahid Riaz*
*CEO DHA LAYYAH*

24/06/2026

Cheif Executive Officer, District Health Authority paid visits to Field Hospital and CM Clinics On Wheels

In a proactive move to ensure the success of the Govt of Punjab’s flagship health initiative, Dr. Shahid Riaz (CEO) conducted a field visits to the Field Hospital and . The visit aimed to verify that high-quality diagnostic and curative services are being delivered directly to the citizens' doorsteps with transparency and efficiency.

Dr. Shahid Riaz (CEO) ensured the provision of on-spot Check-up, diagnostic and curative services under the supervision of Doctors at the door step of citizens. Worthy Diginatry also interacted with the citizens and took the feedback on the quality of services offered to them.

Dr. Shahid Riaz (CEO) also reviewed the record management, data uploading and reporting mechanism on the dedicated Computerized Applications. Worthy Diginatry also reviewed the ongoing vaccination activities at the medical camps.

24/06/2026

پنجاب میں 9 اور 10 محرم الحرام کی عام تعطیلات کا اعلان

حکومتِ پنجاب کی جانب سے جاری کردہ نوٹیفکیشن کے مطابق 9 اور 10 محرم الحرام 1448 ہجری کے موقع پر صوبہ پنجاب میں عام تعطیل کا اعلان کیا گیا ہے.

یہ تعطیلات ان تمام سرکاری دفاتر پر لاگو ہوں گی جو پانچ (5) اور چھ (6) روزہ ورکنگ ویکس کے تحت کام کرتے ہیں.

19/06/2026

صحت مند گردے، صحت مند زندگی کا ضامن ہیں. ڈاکٹر طلحہ خان شیروانی

گردے کا کینسر ایک خطرناک مرض ضرور ہے، لیکن بروقت تشخیص اور درست علاج سے اس پر قابو پایا جا سکتا ہے. کینسر کا مقابلہ کرنے والے مریضوں کے نفسیاتی چیلنجز کو سمجھیں، ان کا حوصلہ بڑھائیں اور انہیں اکیلا نہ چھوڑیں. صحت مند طرزِ زندگی اپنائیں اور اپنے پیاروں کی صحت کا خیال رکھیں. پروگرام ڈائریکٹر، صوبائی ٹی بی کنٹرول پروگرام

گردے کے سرطان کے بارے میں آگاہی، بروقت تشخیص اور علاج ہم سب کی ذمہ داری ہے. آئیے مل کر اس مہلک بیماری کے خلاف لڑیں اور ایک صحت مند پنجاب کے وژن کو حقیقت بنائیں. ڈاکٹر طلحہ خان شیروانی

17/06/2026

جلد تشخیص، مکمل علاج، زندگی محفوظ

محکمہ صحت حکومت پنجاب اور صوبائی ٹی بی کنٹرول پروگرام پنجاب کی جانب سے شہریوں کی صحت و سلامتی کے لیے آپ کے علاقہ چک نمبر 60 / 5 ایل میں مورخہ 19 تاریخ کو ٹی بی کی مفت تشخیص اور سکریننگ کے لیے ایک خصوصی کیمپ لگایا جا رہا ہے.

تمام اہل علاقہ سے مخلصانہ گزارش ہے کہ خود بھی اور اپنے پیاروں 'جنہیں مستقل کھانسی، بخار یا وزن میں کمی کی شکایت ہو' کو اس کیمپ میں ضرور لائیں اور مفت ٹیسٹ کی سہولت سے فائدہ اٹھائیں.

17/06/2026

*Activities Report – CEO DHA Layyah*
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*1. Meeting with SH & NS*

🔸A meeting was held with SH & NS to review ongoing field activities and strengthen health profiling coverage through Community Health Inspectors (CHIs).

🔸The discussion focused on improving data quality, increasing community outreach, and ensuring timely reporting of health indicators.

🔸Necessary directions were issued to further enhance the performance of CHIs in the field.

*2. Meeting with Doctors & Paramedical Staff – Clinic on Wheels*

📌A detailed briefing session was conducted with doctors and paramedical staff of the Clinic on Wheels regarding their duties and responsibilities during Muharram-ul-Haram.

📌Emphasis was placed on ensuring uninterrupted healthcare services, emergency response readiness, and effective deployment at designated locations during the religious gatherings.

*3. Visit to DHQ Hospital Layyah*

_On the direction of Honorable Madam Nadia Saquib, Secretary Health & Population Department Punjab, and Worthy Asif Ali Dogar, Deputy Commissioner Layyah, a visit was conducted to DHQ Hospital Layyah to assess preparedness for Muharram-ul-Haram._

🔹During the visit, the arrangements related to emergency services, staffing, availability of medicines, and overall hospital readiness were reviewed. The hospital administration briefed regarding operational plans and contingency measures. The preparedness level was assessed to ensure provision of efficient healthcare services during Muharram-ul-Haram gatherings.

*Directions issued to MS DHQ Hospital:*

📍Ensure 24/7 emergency coverage with adequate medical and paramedical staff during Muharram-ul-Haram.

📍Maintain sufficient stock of essential medicines, emergency drugs, IV fluids, and consumables.

📍Establish fully functional triage system in the Emergency Department for quick patient handling.

📍Keep ambulances available and fully equipped for emergency referrals and transport.

Dr Shahid Riaz
CEO DHA Layyah