The Health Foundation (Pakistan)

Capacity building of communities for developing appropriate and acceptable health seeking behaviours is of extremely importance. Up against what?

The Health Foundation (THF) is a non-profit working to eliminate Hepatitis B & C in Pakistan through prevention and treatment programs reaching communities nationwide without charging the poor. Our Aim

Key Programs

The major components of the program Include:

1- Mass Awareness:

The initial focus of THF is to educate general public regarding the manifestations of Hepatitis B and C , their mode

of acquisition and transmission.Sensitization of the general public regarding spread of infection through unscreened blood transfusion , reuse of syringes and other medical and dental equipment and instruments, avoidance of tattooing, ear and nose piercing from market, circumcision and shaving from the barbers, social and moral behavior change are soem of teh key elements in our communication strategy. Because of the lack of health resources especially at rural areas and deficiency of well trained medical personals the prevalence is increasing at an alarming rate. It is teh need of teh day to prevent this disease by health education and creating awareness among the general public. This task has to be effectively done with the involvement of electronic and print media, community based health educators and targeted advocacy and social mobilization sessions.

2- Prevention/Protection from the disease:

Since it is far more effective to prevent Hepatitis B through timely vaccination, THF is working towards nationwide vaccinations against this potentially fatal illness. Catch up Vaccination of high risk groups with Hepatitis B Vaccine is being carried out in phases. There is no vaccine available for Hepatitis C.

3- Treatment of Hepatitis:

Keeping in view the high frequency of HCV in our country, we need nationwide efforts to identify peoples who are infected with HCV and Hepatitis B virus, therefore our preliminary Rapid Test Screening methods are integrated in the Vaccination Program. The Foundation is providing FREE of cost medication to those suffering from these infections but unable to afford the medications. Free treatment of hundreds of patients on annual basis is carried out in deserving cases. (Viral Hepatitis Epidemiology)

One out of 12 Pakistanis suffers from the virus of either Hepatitis B or C, the hepatitis-infected population of our country is a staggering 18 million. There has, however, been no specific countrywide study to determine the prevalence of Hepatitis in Pakistan. The overall prevalence of the disease in Pakistan, as per these studies, is around 10 to 15 percent. Worldwide 400 million people are carriers of the Hepatitis B virus alone or in combination with HVC Virus and Going by the figure of 5.8 percent prevalence rate, there may be around 8 million Hepatitis B patients in our country. The disease is transmitted by bodily fluids such as blood, semen, saliva and vaginal secretions. It is claimed that the Hepatitis B virus is 100 times more concentrated in the blood than the HIV virus making it much easier to spread. The proper implementation of a National Program for Prevention and Control of Hepatitis in Pakistan to control the deadly disease is still to be ensured. Unscreened blood transfusion and the rampant use of used syringes have spread hepatitis B and C, making it one of the biggest concerns for the country's health managers. There are five types of hepatitis - A, B, C, D and E - of which A and E are caused through oral infection, contaminated water and unhygienic food. Hepatitis B, C and D are caused through un-sterilized syringes, sexual relation, blood transfusion and in case of Hepatitis B from mother to newborn baby. Hepatitis C is often called a 'silent killer' and it can live in the body for decades, often with no symptoms, while attacking the liver. The long-term consequences of Hepatitis C can include liver disease, liver cancer, and death. There is also no cure for Hepatitis C.

02/06/2026

Stay Safe from Hepatitis – Protect Yourself & Your Loved Ones!

Your small steps today can save lives tomorrow. Together, let’s build a Hepatitis Free Pakistan.

27/05/2026

Eid ul Adha Mubarak from The Health Foundation!

On this blessed occasion of sacrifice, compassion, and togetherness, may your life be filled with peace, happiness, and countless blessings. May this Eid inspire us all to continue spreading kindness, care, and hope within our communities.

Wishing you and your family a joyful and blessed Eid ul Adha!

26/05/2026

𝗛𝗮𝗷𝗷 𝗠𝘂𝗯𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗸!

On behalf of the Health Foundation, we extend our heartfelt Hajj Mubarak wishes to all pilgrims.

May Allah accept your pilgrimage, prayers, and sacrifices, and grant you health, peace, and countless blessings. We pray this sacred journey brings healing and spiritual elevation to you and your loved ones.

Hajj Mubarak from all of us at the Health Foundation.

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25/05/2026

Awareness leads to prevention. Together with Sohail Trust Hospital, we conducted a Hepatitis B & C Screening Camp to promote early detection and a healthier community. Thank you to everyone who participated and supported this initiative.

25/05/2026

🌙 This Zil Hajj, your kindness can become someone’s healing journey. Every contribution brings hope and care to Hepatitis B & C patients in need.

Donate today and make a difference.
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24/05/2026

Hepatitis B & C Screening at Bright Future Nursing College, Karachi!

The Health Foundation successfully conducted an awareness and free screening camp at Bright Future Nursing College, Ahsanabad. Protecting our future healthcare heroes is a vital step toward a Hepatitis-free Pakistan!

24/05/2026

This Zil Hajj, multiply your blessings by giving the gift of health.

Millions are fighting Hepatitis B and C without access to proper medical care. Your Sadaqah can change that. By donating to The Health Foundation, you directly fund life-saving screenings, diagnostic tests, and complete treatment for deserving patients across Pakistan.

Make your charity a source of healing today.

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23/05/2026

𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗮 𝗟𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗵𝗶 𝗪𝗮 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗮 𝗜𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗵𝗶 𝗥𝗮𝗷𝗶'𝘂𝗻

Dr. Naseem Salahuddiin sadly lost her life in a motor vehicle accident in Tangier, Morocco while travelling with her husband, Dr. Iftikhar Salahuddin, renowned ENT surgeon, author, and photographer. She was a founding member of The Health Foundation, a pioneering infectious diseases expert, and prolific writer.

Associated with the Indus Hospital and Health Network since November 1, 2007, she served as a foundational pillar and the Head of its Infectious Diseases Department, where she remained a beacon of dedication, mentorship, and excellence in healthcare. Beyond her leadership at the hospital, she was an internationally acclaimed warrior against Tuberculosis, championing extensive efforts to find and treat multi-drug resistant cases through mobile screening units and specialized clinics across Sindh and Balochistan.

Her public health legacy is perhaps most widely defined by her trailblazing global and local work in rabies prevention. As a vital member of the World Health Organization (WHO) Expert Advisory Panel on Rabies and President of the Rabies in Asia Foundation (Pakistan Chapter), she authored crucial national guidelines for human rabies prevention. Furthermore, she spearheaded the revolutionary "Rabies Free Pakistan" initiative at Indus, introducing a humane, multi-sectoral approach to mass dog vaccination and sterilization to tackle this public health hazard at its roots.

Beyond her monumental contributions to medicine, Dr. Naseem was a well-known writer and columnist who captured the human side of illness with remarkable sensitivity. Her acclaimed book, Among My Own: The Untold Stories of My People, along with her many reflections, mirrored the struggles of her patients and the deep empathy required to truly heal.

Heartfelt condolences go out to Dr. Iftikhar Salahuddin, Dr. Pervez Hoodbhoy, her family, and her colleagues. May her soul rest in eternal peace, and may her lifetime of service continue to inspire generations to come.

22/05/2026

𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝗗𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗛𝗲𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘀 𝗕 & 𝗖.

Thousands of people in Pakistan are silently suffering from Hepatitis B & C, unable to afford the necessary screening, diagnosis, and treatment. The Health Foundation is on the front lines, fighting to provide free care and save lives.

Your donation is a powerful tool in this battle. It can give someone a chance at a healthy life.

Join us in making a difference. Donate now and help us defeat Hepatitis B & C.

𝑭𝒐𝒓 𝑫𝒐𝒏𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒔:
𝗨𝗕𝗟: A/C No. 007101058932 | IBAN PK78-UNIL-0122-0071-0105-8932
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘇𝗮𝗻 𝗕𝗮𝗻𝗸 (Zakat): A/C No. 0100177391 | IBAN PK06-MEZN-0001-0801-0017-7391
𝗔𝗹 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗸𝗮 (𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹 & 𝗭𝗮𝗸𝗮𝘁): A/C No. 010228849018 | IBAN PK43-ALBN-0000-1022-2884-9018

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or call us at0300 0555021

21/05/2026

Free Hepatitis B & C Screening Camp at Jamia Usmania Jama Masjid!

The Health Foundation is dedicated to building a healthier community. We successfully conducted a free Hepatitis B & C awareness and screening camp at Jamia Usmania Jama Masjid, Karachi, ensuring vital health access right at the doorstep.

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Website

http://thehealthfoundation.org/

Address

The Health Foundation (THF) Head Office, First Floor, C-10/D, Street 1, Near MCB Bank, Badar Commercial Area, Defence Housing Authority (D. H. A) Phase V
Karachi
75500

Opening Hours

Monday	09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday	09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday	09:00 - 17:00
Thursday	09:00 - 17:00
Friday	09:00 - 17:00
Saturday	09:00 - 17:00