Pakistan Trains 140,000 Health Workers Ahead of Vaccination Drive to Shield 35 Million Children

World Health Organization (WHO) has supported the training of 140,000 health-workers in Pakistan ahead of a national campaign to vaccinate 35 million children against measles and rubella.

The initiative aims to strengthen immunisation outreach, especially in remote and underserved areas. Trainers focused on vaccination logistics, safe delivery and community engagement.

By ensuring more trained professionals on the ground, Pakistan hopes to reach its target children during the upcoming mass-immunisation drive. The government and WHO emphasised that high coverage is essential to prevent large outbreaks of these highly contagious illnesses.

Health officials say the push comes amid rising measles cases and a need to boost childhood vaccine protection after recent setbacks. The campaign will also benefit from broader partnerships and improved awareness-raising efforts.

Ultimately, the trained workforce is a key step toward reinforcing routine immunisation, increasing vaccine access, and safeguarding children’s health across Pakistan.