In a recent development, the Pakistan Medical Association (PMA) released its annual report on February 17, 2026, highlighting a persistent public health crisis that has shown little improvement over the past six years. The report indicates that maternal and neonatal mortality rates remain alarmingly high, with water contamination and inadequate health infrastructure exacerbating the situation. The PMA's findings reveal that the government continues to focus on temporary solutions rather than addressing the root causes of these issues. For instance, while the country is grappling with diseases such as HIV and Hepatitis C, it struggles to provide essential medications and facilities, as noted in the Tribune Latest article, which states, "The country will readily spend billions on beautification projects... for the small cost of a sick and dying population." This reflects a troubling prioritization of short-term gains over long-term health outcomes.