Minister of State for National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination, Dr Mukhtar Ahmad Malik chaired a high-level meeting, marking the official launch of Pakistan’s Integrated OneImpact Community Platform, hosted by the Dopasi Foundation, aimed at strengthening community engagement and improving access to care across tuberculosis (TB), HIV, and malaria services.
Addressing representatives from national health programs, development partners, and civil society, the Minister of State underscored the significance of the platform as a transformative step toward a more inclusive, responsive, and people-centered health system.
He highlighted that Pakistan continues to bear a substantial burden of communicable diseases, particularly tuberculosis, alongside ongoing challenges in HIV and malaria control.
“The government of Pakistan provides free-of-cost treatment for both drug-susceptible and drug-resistant TB through the public sector,” he said.
He noted that gaps persist due to limited awareness, stigma, delayed care-seeking, and difficulties in navigating the healthcare system.
Dr. Malik emphasized that the OneImpact platform addresses these barriers by integrating health information, service navigation, and community feedback into a single digital interface.
The platform enables patients to locate nearby health facilities, understand available services, and report challenges, thereby strengthening accountability and ensuring that patient voices are heard, he said.
He further commended Pakistan’s move toward an integrated model combining TB, HIV, and malaria services, calling it a reflection of the country’s commitment to innovation and health system strengthening.
He stressed the importance of patient interaction, enhanced awareness, inclusion of mental health components, and climate resilience within digital health solutions.
Additionally, he emphasized the need for robust data integration and building upon existing health system infrastructures to maximize impact.
Highlighting the role of partnerships, the minister acknowledged the contributions of the Stop TB Partnership for its global leadership and the Dopasi Foundation for advancing the platform in Pakistan.
He also recognized the critical efforts of Provincial TB Control Programs in ensuring effective service delivery at the community level.
“Free medicines save lives only when people know where to go, how to access care, and whom to turn to when they face barriers,” he stated, expressing confidence that the OneImpact platform will help bridge these gaps and contribute to a healthier Pakistan.
Also speaking at the event, Aslam Ghauri, Secretary Ministry of National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination (NHSR&C), emphasized the importance of leveraging digital platforms to ensure equitable, community-level access to essential health services. He reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to strengthening outreach and ensuring that no individual is left behind.
The launch of the Integrated OneImpact Community Platform represents a significant step toward empowering communities, enhancing accountability, and ensuring timely access to quality healthcare services across Pakistan.