Mobile Clinics Bring Relief to Flood-Hit Communities

In the aftermath of devastating floods, Pakistan’s vulnerable communities have faced immense challenges in accessing healthcare. To address this crisis, the World Health Organization (WHO), in collaboration with local partners, has launched the “Health on Wheels” initiative.

This program deploys mobile clinics to remote and flood-affected areas, ensuring that families receive essential medical services. From maternal and child health support to treatment for infectious diseases, these mobile units are bridging critical gaps in healthcare delivery.

Floods not only destroyed homes and livelihoods but also disrupted health infrastructure, leaving thousands without access to doctors, medicines, or safe facilities. Health on Wheels is designed to restore that access, bringing trained medical staff, essential drugs, and diagnostic services directly to communities in need.

Special attention is being given to maternal and child care, as women and children remain the most vulnerable in disaster-hit regions. The initiative also focuses on vaccination drives, nutrition support, and mental health counselling, recognizing the wide-ranging impact of the floods on public health.

By combining mobility with medical expertise, Health on Wheels is helping Pakistan’s flood survivors rebuild their lives with dignity and resilience. This effort underscores the importance of innovative healthcare solutions in times of crisis, ensuring that no community is left behind.