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Unlicensed Clinics Threaten Public Health in Pakistan

1/24/2026

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Unlicensed clinics in Pakistan, especially in Sindh province, pose a significant public health risk.
Mr. Abdul Waheed operates one such clinic without legal authorization.
Medical experts warn that over 600,000 unqualified doctors are practicing nationwide.
Regulatory authorities admit they cannot control the situation due to limited resources and threats to inspection teams.
This unchecked practice leads to lifelong damage for many families.

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Story summary

Unlicensed clinics in Pakistan, especially in Sindh province, pose a significant public health risk.
Mr. Abdul Waheed operates one such clinic without legal authorization.
Medical experts warn that over 600,000 unqualified doctors are practicing nationwide.
Regulatory authorities admit they cannot control the situation due to limited resources and threats to inspection teams.
This unchecked practice leads to lifelong damage for many families.