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Past Projects Showcase

VITAL Pakistan Trust's commitment to evidence-based healthcare extends through groundbreaking research initiatives that have shaped maternal and child health outcomes across underserved communities. Our past projects demonstrate our dedication to innovation, research excellence, and sustainable impact in improving health outcomes for mothers and children.

Research Initiative

Portfolio

Research Initiative • 2022–2025
PRISMA (2022–2025)
Impact: 6,000 pregnant women
PRISMA, a multi-country research initiative, focused on improving maternal and newborn health by identifying key risk factors during pregnancy and the first year postpartum. Conducted in five countries — including Pakistan (Ibrahim Hyderi and Rehri Goth) — the study aimed to generate high-quality, population-based data from 6,000 pregnant women.
Key Outcomes: Successfully developed a harmonized dataset that provided critical insights into maternal and neonatal vulnerabilities in low- and middle-income countries. Using advanced analytical methods, including machine learning, PRISMA supported the creation of early risk prediction tools to guide care strategies.


Health Program • 2014–2018
CAPLOW (2014–2018)
Impact: 41% reduction in mortality
VITAL Pakistan, in partnership with Aga Khan University, implemented a maternal, newborn, and child health (MNCH) program in Rehri Goth, Karachi. Using a continuum-of-care model, the program aimed to reduce under-5 mortality and improve healthcare access.
Key Outcomes: Over four years, under-5 mortality dropped by 41% — from 109 to 64 deaths per 1,000 live births. Skilled delivery rates rose from 43% to 70%, and vaccination coverage (up to Penta-3) increased from 23% to 55%.


Health Program

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Clinical Trial

Portfolio

Clinical Trial • 2018–2020
MUMTA LW Trial (2018–2020)
Impact: Nutrition Evidence
This community-based trial focused on addressing maternal undernutrition and its impact on newborn health. Conducted in Ibrahim Hyderi and Rehri Goth, Karachi, the study targeted pregnant women in low-income areas to evaluate the effect of nutritional support on maternal and infant outcomes.
Key Outcomes: The randomized controlled trial tested different supplement strategies to reduce risks of stunting and wasting in infants. It aimed to generate evidence for effective interventions in settings with high rates of malnutrition and under-5 mortality.


Clinical Trial • 2022–2025
MUMTA PW Trial (2022–2025)
Impact: 1,836 women enrolled
This trial focused on improving perinatal outcomes by addressing maternal undernutrition through nutritional supplementation. Conducted in Ibrahim Hyderi and Rehri Goth, the study enrolled 1,836 pregnant women from low-income communities in Karachi.
Key Outcomes: The randomized, four-arm trial evaluated the impact of fortified balanced energy protein (BEP) supplements during pregnancy. The goal was to reduce small-for-gestational-age births and generate evidence for effective antenatal nutrition interventions.


Clinical Trial

Portfolio

Project Statistics

A glimpse into the impact and reach of our research initiatives

Research Initiative2022–2025

PRISMA

Pregnancy Risk Stratification Innovation and Measurement Alliance for Maternal and Newborn Health

6,000 pregnant women
Health Program2014–2018

CAPLOW

Integrated Maternal, Newborn & Child Health Program

41% reduction in mortality
Clinical Trial2018–2020

MUMTA LW Trial

Maternal Undernutrition & Perinatal Trial

Nutrition Evidence
Clinical Trial2022–2025

MUMTA PW Trial

Maternal Undernutrition & Perinatal Outcomes

1,836 women enrolled

These projects represent VITAL Pakistan Trust's unwavering commitment to evidence-based healthcare solutions. Through rigorous research and community-centered approaches, we continue to build a foundation for sustainable health improvements that benefit mothers, children, and communities across Pakistan.

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