
AKU Community Health Sciences
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11-09-2023 09:56:38
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We at AKU Community Health Sciences are honoured to provide the lead expertise in this important initiative by Ministry of National Health Services, Pakistan that will optimise donor funding and pave way for domestic resource mobilisation and long term sustainability of critical public health programmes in #Pakistan

1 in 5 young people in Pakistan struggle with depression. Dr. Batool Fatima from AKU Community Health Sciences told Geo News Urdu that high parental expectations contribute to youth mental stress. Supportive attitudes from families are essential. urdu.geo.tv/latest/382759- #WorldMentalHealthDay2024


With immense pride, we recognise the bravery and commitment of our MHPM graduate of 2008, Sayed Masoom Shah, who has courageously reached #Gaza to spearhead round 2 of the Polio campaign in his role as the Head of Health Policy and Planning at UNRWA. Aga Khan University


The Health Policy and Management Section AKU Community Health Sciences proudly served as the Mentor Institute for a successful Protocol Strengthening Workshop for our sub-awardees in collaboration with Alliance for HPSR and NIH, Islamabad. Asad Ali MBBS, MPH Zahid Memon Shifa Habib


Congratulations to Dr Zahid Memon on the commencement of Evidence Synthesis for Improved Policy and Management Decisions in Sindh. The goal is to be responsive to the needs of the province and support the government, learning from our government professionals in return. AKU Community Health Sciences


Professor Zafar Fatmi, AKU Community Health Sciences raised alarm over the critically high levels of particulate matter in the air. His study is the first evidence of PM2.5 association with pulmonary diseases in #Karachi thenews.com.pk/print/1244012-…

In this important publication in The Lancet Planetary Health, Prof Zafar Fatmi argues how we allow trillions of dollars of damage to ecosystem and economy to accrue benefits of few billions. Safer alternates to lead are available and must be adopted! sciencedirect.com/science/articl…


Huge appreciation for the relentless efforts of the Department Review Committee at @CHS_AKU under the leadership of Shiyam Tikmani MBBS, MSc, PhD ! Your commitment to upholding technical ethical standards in research enables us to conduct impactful studies with integrity🙏 #CHSResearch


With great pride, we announce that the Health Systems Global Alliance for HPSR Societal Award for Lifetime Service was presented to Dr. Abdul Ghaffar, section Health Policy & Management at AKU Community Health Sciences for his lifelong dedication to advancing Health Policy and Systems Research (HPSR) Aga Khan University


 We are thrilled to announce that Prof. Sarah Saleem of AKU Community Health Sciences has been appointed to the International Advisory Board of The Lancet Global Health . Her extensive expertise in maternal and newborn health will be invaluable in advancing global health knowledge. thelancet.com/langlo/interna…


Join us in celebrating Zahid Memon ’s promotion to Associate Professor Aga Khan University. A well-earned milestone and a proud moment for all of us AKU Community Health Sciences



AKU Community Health Sciences faculty Dr. Tahir Yousafzai presents a fascinating session on ‘Hybrid surveillance to estimate incidence from facility-based studies.’ He highlighted mapping of typhoid cases visiting AKU Global and Kharadar General Hospital—using innovative GIS techniques


Our remarkable faculty at AKU Community Health Sciences attended the Global Network’s Women and Children’s Health Steering committee meeting | FLL-Florida, USA | Jan 14-17, 2025 Shiyam Tikmani MBBS, MSc, PhD Sarah Saleem zehra jamil


Every year at the Founder's Day, Aga Khan University recognizes the efforts of remarkable individuals that help shape the future the communities we serve. This year, AKU Community Health Sciences is proud to celebrate Ali Hussaini , our Senior Manager, who was awarded the Distinguished Service Award 👏


One last frame with Dean Adil Haider as we bid farewell. A visionary leader, a relentless advocate for equity in health, and above all, someone who made each of us feel seen and valued. Thank you, Dean Adil, for your unwavering support to AKU Community Health Sciences
