ISLAMABAD, (APP – UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News – 1st Aug, 2026) As part of the ongoing Hepatitis C screening campaign in the Federal capital launched on the directions of Minister for National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination Syed Mustafa Kamal, a three-day free mobile health screening camp for Security Division personnel deployed in the Diplomatic Enclave concluded successfully.
According to a Ministry spokesperson on Saturday, the camp, held from July 29 to 31 under the national Hepatitis C programme, provided free screening for Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, HIV and dengue.
In addition, police personnel and field teams received free blood sugar testing, eye, dental and cardiac check-ups, as well as general medical consultations.
SSP Security Division visited the camp and described the initiative as an important step towards safeguarding public health.
Reaffirming the government’s commitment to eliminating hepatitis from Pakistan, Kamal urged people to take advantage of the nationwide programme by getting themselves screened free of charge for Hepatitis C.
He said more than 10 million people in Pakistan are living with hepatitis, stressing that early diagnosis is essential to prevent serious complications.
“If hepatitis is not treated in time, the risk of liver cancer increases,” the minister said.
Kamal said people aged 12 years and above will be screened for Hepatitis C in phases across the country, adding that free treatment is being provided to those who test positive during the screening process.
He emphasized that eliminating Hepatitis C requires a collective effort by both the government and the public, describing a hepatitis-free Pakistan as a national priority.
The minister reaffirmed that the federal government is utilizing all available resources to eradicate hepatitis, adding that success against the disease depends on public cooperation, timely screening and access to free treatment.
