Pakistan’s newborn mortality rate remains critically high at 46 per 1,000 live births. Even in a metropolitan city like Karachi, both government and private hospitals often struggle to provide accessible, quality intensive care for newborns. In response to this urgent need, the Dua Foundation established a specialized Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Bilquis Naz Medical Centre, centrally located in Karachi. This NICU is equipped with ten incubators and six ventilators, offering life-saving care for critically ill and premature infants.

The NICU is staffed by experienced pediatricians and trained nursing professionals who ensure the highest standard of medical care. We offer significantly subsidized treatment costs, with incubator care available at PKR 3,500 per day and ventilator support at PKR 6,000 per day. Comparatively, similar facilities in other hospitals in Karachi charge between PKR 20,000 to PKR 40,000 per day, making our NICU one of the most affordable and accessible options for quality neonatal care in the city.

To further assist families who cannot afford even the subsidized rates, Dua Foundation provides additional financial support through Zakat funds, ensuring that no newborn is denied critical care due to financial barriers. Our unwavering commitment is to ensure that every child receives the necessary treatment, regardless of their family’s financial situation.

Looking ahead, our goal is to offer completely free treatment to all newborns admitted to the NICU, further enhancing our capacity to serve the most vulnerable members of our community. With your support, we can continue to provide these essential services, significantly improving the survival and health outcomes for newborns in Karachi.