AKU unveils Plans to establish CVD Intervention Centres in Rural Sindh

The Aga Khan University’s Centre for IMPACT for Cardiovascular Risk Reduction Studies held an inception meeting where it laid out its research and development plans to combat the rising incidence of cardiovascular diseases, mostly in rural Sindh. Professor Zainab Samad, Chair of the Department of Medicine at AKU, who presided over the meeting said, “While we may attribute the rising trends of cardiovascular diseases in rural areas of Sindh to the increasing temperatures, lack of workplace safety, or dietary reasons, it’s also true that we have the capability to design healthcare frameworks to counter these trends.” The Secretary Health for Sindh, Mr. Rehan Iqbal Baloch, shared his thoughts on the research and development plans saying, “These research initiatives are vital to enhance community relations, especially in areas with limited infrastructural access. We appreciate the Aga Khan University’s efforts in reaching out to the marginalised communities across the board and raising awareness on intervention methods regarding cardiovascular diseases.”