Punjab health system under CM directives fully activated for monsoon, flood season; DG announces awareness campaigns

ISLAMABAD, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 31st May, 2026) Director General Health Services Punjab Dr. Khalid Mehmood on Sunday said that on the directives of Chief Minister Punjab, all health departments across the province have been placed on high alert, with comprehensive preparedness measures, coordinated response mechanisms and public awareness campaigns through social media platforms activated ahead of the monsoon and flood season.

While speaking exclusively to ptv news, Director General said that, under the directives of the Chief Minister Punjab, the health system has been placed on emergency footing for the upcoming monsoon and flood season.

He said that cushion stocks and arrangements are kept every year, and this time as well they are already in place in greater quantity than before.

He said that, like last year’s initiative of mobile clinics on boats, similar arrangements are being reviewed to ensure timely medical support in flood-affected areas.

He added that awareness drives have been launched through social media and electronic platforms, while coordination with all relevant authorities is ongoing.

DG said field teams are active, staff and medicines are being ensured at all health facilities, and continuous coordination meetings are being held to strengthen preparedness on a daily basis.

He also advised citizens not to ignore symptoms such as fever, skin rashes, or diarrhea as normal, and urged them to seek proper medical tests and maintain clean surroundings to prevent the spread.

Responding to a query, he urged citizens to avoid self-medication and stressed the importance of essential immunization, particularly for children, adding that vaccinations against diseases such as tuberculosis (TB), hepatitis and polio are crucial for preventing outbreaks and protecting public health.

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Dr Khalid said that health remains a top priority under the Chief Minister Punjab, who has introduced several notable initiatives including mobile clinics on wheels and field hospitals to facilitate people in far-flung and underserved areas, with expanded facilities such as ultrasound services also being provided.

He added that special focus is being placed on preventive healthcare, particularly thalassemia screening in cases of cousin marriages, recommending regular testing every six months to one year to help reduce the risk of genetic and blood disorders.

He further urged citizens to adopt preventive health measures and regular checkups to control disease spread, stressing that early diagnosis and timely screening are essential for improving public health outcomes.

He also highlighted the Chief Minister’s steps for cleanliness and continuous monitoring of hospital staff to ensure the delivery of quality healthcare services across all public health facilities.

Concluding his remarks, he advised citizens to avoid self-medication for any disease and instead seek proper medical consultation and testing. He also stressed the importance of nutrition for women and girls along with timely health screening to prevent complications and ensure better overall health outcomes.