Pakistan achieves significant progress in key health indicators: Economic Survey

ISLAMABAD, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 11th Jun, 2026) Pakistan has made significant progress in key health indicators, reflecting sustained improvements in healthcare delivery and public health outcomes, according to the Economic Survey 2025-26 released on Thursday.

The report reveals that various health programs have been launched during the year to address major health issues such as maternal and child health, immunization, nutrition, and disease control.

During the period, the country recorded steady gains across major health indicators as life expectancy at birth increased from 66.5 years in 2018 to 67.8 years in 2024, while the prevalence of HIV remained stable at 0.2 percent.

The incidence of tuberculosis remained broadly stable, whereas maternal health improved considerably with the maternal mortality ratio declining from 276 to 186 per 100,000 live births.

As per Pakistan Social Living Standard Measurement Surveys (PSLM), notable progress is also observed in child health, as immunization coverage rose from 68 percent in 2018–19 to 73 percent in 2024–25, alongside reductions in neonatal mortality from 41 to 35 per 1,000 live births and infant mortality from 60 to 47 per 1,000 live births.

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Overall, these improvements highlight meaningful advancements in maternal and child healthcare and strengthened public health services in Pakistan.

The country has made steady progress toward achieving SDG 3 — Good Health and Well-being — despite facing challenges. Investment and steps are in progress to fully meet SDG 3 targets.

As per the report, the country has made advances in expanding immunization coverage. These achievements underscore Pakistan's commitment to improving health outcomes and building a resilient healthcare system.