ISLAMABAD (Urdu Times) District Health Officer Islamabad, Dr. Syeda Rashida Batool, participated in a dialogue on faith engagement and child wellbeing organized by UNICEF.
The session emphasized the critical role of religious leaders in promoting child health, particularly in areas such as polio eradication and routine immunization. The dialogue highlighted how faith-based engagement can strengthen community trust and improve vaccination coverage.
During the session, Dr. Syeda Rashida Batool underscored that religious leaders play a vital role in guiding communities, shaping positive attitudes, and supporting collective efforts to protect children through vaccination. She stressed that collaboration with faith leaders is essential to address misconceptions, encourage acceptance of immunization, and ensure the health and wellbeing of every child.