Health
Only one doctor for over 7,000 individuals in Sindh
Increasing population is a major challenge as it adversely impacts the healthcare sector: Dr. Azra Fazal Pechuho
Sindh: The health department in Sindh is facing a dire situation with a severe shortage of doctors.
According to the Health Minister of Sindh, Dr. Azra Fazal Pechuho, the province currently has one doctor available for approximately 7,500 individuals, whereas the requirement is one doctor for every 1,500 people.
Speaking to the media after addressing a seminar at a private university in Karachi, Dr. Azra Fazal Pechuho highlighted that nearly 8,000 doctors are currently serving across Sindh, but this is inadequate to meet the healthcare needs of the population.
The increasing population is becoming a major challenge as it adversely impacts the national economy, employment, education, healthcare, and food shortages, stated Dr. Azra Fazal Pechuho.
According to the report, Sindh's population is growing at an annual rate of 2.41%, with the current population of the province standing at 56.3 million. It is estimated to reach 95.7 million by 2050.
Pakistan is among the eight countries globally where the population is expected to double by 2050.
The list includes Congo, Egypt, Ethiopia, India, Nigeria, the Philippines, and the United States.