The Economic and Social conditions and the challenges encountered by Health Workers in Okara, Pakistan.

Abstract

This research aims to provide basic information about female health workers, such as conscription, roles, responsibilities, socioeconomic circumstances, difficulties faced, and advice given by women. A 40% sample frame was used to guide the questionnaire used to collect data from 96 participants. The bulk of the female health workers surveyed was between the ages of 26 and 40 and had matriculated or middle school education. A large number of them were married, had modest families, and were mostly part of nuclear families. Even though the majority of respondents' spouses were in charge of making decisions for their families, they weren't happy with their existing salary. Community members initially showed resistance and hostility against female health professionals because of their poor socioeconomic standing, but sentiments gradually evolved. These workers' children attended government schools, but their low-ranking jobs caused problems in their houses. Many female healthcare professionals encountered harassment and security concerns while doing their duties. The government, the health department, and the female healthcare professionals themselves recommended raising pay. They also advised community members to recognize and honor the difficulties experienced by female health workers, who now deal with socioeconomic, health, and security concerns in addition to caste- and class-based prejudice. The study underscores the necessity of governmental and community-based endeavors aimed at improving the standing and labor circumstances of female health workers in Pakistan.