Preventing Mother-to-Child Transmission of Hepatitis | Bilqis Edhi Midwifery School, Lyari | RC Karachi New Central

Dr. Arjumand Rabbani, RC Karachi New Central Polio Chair and District 3271 Co-Chair for Disease Prevention & Treatment, conducted an awareness session on Preventing Mother-to-Child Transmission of Hepatitis at Bilqis Edhi Midwifery School, Lyari on 15th July 2026. Dr. Arjumand emphasised that timely screening for Hepatitis B during pregnancy, followed by prompt preventive measures immediately after birth, can prevent mother-to-child transmission of the disease almost entirely. She advised midwives to counsel pregnant women to follow the instructions and guidance provided. The interactive session was attended by 33 midwifery students and 2 teachers — equipping future healthcare professionals with the knowledge and tools to protect mothers and newborns from one of Pakistan's most prevalent yet preventable diseases.