Lady Health Workers hiring initiated in KP

PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has initiated the phased hiring of Lady Health Workers (LHWs) to strengthen primary healthcare services.

The hiring process aims to address the shortage of community-based health providers, ensuring that essential healthcare services, particularly maternal and child health, immunization, and health awareness campaigns, reach every household.

By increasing the workforce of LHWs, the government intends to enhance healthcare access in rural and underserved areas, ultimately reducing the burden on secondary and tertiary healthcare facilities.

Speaking on the initiative, Advisor to Chief Minister on Health Ihtesham Ali, reiterated the government’s commitment to strengthening primary healthcare and ensuring that every citizen has access to essential medical services at their doorstep.

The adviser said that the recruitment process was being carried out in a transparent and merit-based manner, ensuring that qualified individuals are inducted into the system.The phased hiring approach allows for a systematic expansion of the LHW Programme, ensuring that the newly recruited workers receive proper training and integration into the existing healthcare network.

The Health officials believe that this initiative would lead to better maternal and child health indicators and contribute to overall disease prevention efforts across the province.The KP government reaffirmed dedication to investing in primary healthcare, recognizing it as the foundation of a strong and sustainable health system.