Access to healthcare remains a challenge in Pakistan, especially for people in rural communities, informal settlements and areas affected by violence.
When Pakistan was hit by catastrophic flooding in mid-2022, Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) launched emergency activities to assist some of the millions affected, while continuing to run most regular projects.
Healthcare for women, children and newborns is a serious concern in Pakistan and remains our priority there. Women in rural areas die from preventable complications during pregnancy and delivery, and neonatal care is unavailable in many areas. According to the 2017-8 Pakistan Demographic and Health Survey, 1 in every 14 children dies before the age of five.
