{"id":375828,"date":"2023-12-21T14:57:44","date_gmt":"2023-12-21T09:57:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leadpakistan.com.pk\/news\/?p=375828"},"modified":"2023-12-21T14:57:44","modified_gmt":"2023-12-21T09:57:44","slug":"javed-akram-highlights-importance-of-maternal-child-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leadpakistan.com.pk\/news\/javed-akram-highlights-importance-of-maternal-child-health\/","title":{"rendered":"Javed Akram highlights importance of maternal, child health"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>LAHORE, Dec 21 (APP): Caretaker Punjab Health Minister Professor Dr Javed Akram stressed the role of ensuring health of mothers and children in preventing infectious diseases.<br \/>\nSpeaking at the third International Maternity and Child Health Symposium as a chief guest at<\/p>\n<p>the Services Institute of Medical Sciences (SIMS) here on Thursday, he commended the<br \/>\norganizing committee for hosting an excellent international event.<br \/>\nAcknowledging Chief Minister Punjab Mohsin Naqvi\u2019s commitment to improving conditions<br \/>\nin government hospitals, Dr Akram emphasized the positive impact of revamping these institutions.<br \/>\nHe stated that addressing maternal and child mortality during childbirth is a crucial goal for Pakistan.<br \/>\nUnderlining the significance of early child development, Dr Akram highlighted challenges faced by the medical profession.<br \/>\nGuest speakers at the symposium, including Vice Chancellor King Edward Medical University Professor Dr Mahmood Ayaz, Principal SIMS Professor Dr Zohra Khanum, and Gynaecologist Professor Dr Tayyaba Wasim, shared their insights on maternal and child health.<br \/>\nThe event attracted dignitaries and students from various institutions, making it a significant platform for discussions on advancing healthcare in the country.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>LAHORE, Dec 21 (APP): Caretaker Punjab Health Minister Professor Dr Javed Akram stressed the role of ensuring health of mothers and children in preventing infectious diseases. 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