Rural Health Center (RHC), Sakhakot, is a government healthcare facility
established to deliver primary and preventive healthcare services to the
population of Sakhakot and surrounding rural areas of Malakand district.
It plays a vital role in reducing the healthcare burden on larger hospitals
by providing affordable, accessible, and immediate treatment for common
illnesses, maternal health, child care, and emergency medical situations.

Overview

Type: Public Sector Rural Health Center

Location: Sakhakot, District Malakand, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Services: General OPD, maternal and child health, emergency care,
vaccinations, minor surgeries, and preventive programs

Capacity: Equipped with OPD rooms, emergency ward, maternity room,
laboratory, and pharmacy

Departments

• General Medicine
• Maternal and Child Healthcare
• Pediatrics and Immunization
• Emergency and Trauma Services
• Basic Surgery and First Aid
• Dental Unit (basic)
• Laboratory and Diagnostic Services

Facilities

• 24/7 emergency and first aid services
• Outpatient consultations (OPD)
• Maternity and delivery room
• Child immunization and vaccination programs
• Health awareness campaigns for rural communities
• Basic laboratory testing and diagnostic support
• Ambulance service for patient referrals
• Pharmacy with essential medicines

Specialized Services

RHC Sakhakot emphasizes preventive healthcare, maternal and child health,
family planning services, and vaccination programs. It provides treatment
for common diseases like infections, seasonal flu, and minor injuries.
Complex or critical cases are referred to Tehsil Headquarters (THQ) or
District Headquarters (DHQ) Hospitals for specialized care.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What kind of healthcare is available at RHC, Sakhakot?

It provides outpatient care, maternal and child health services, emergency
treatment, vaccinations, and basic diagnostic tests.

Does the RHC operate 24/7?

Yes, emergency and basic healthcare services are available round the clock.

Are maternity services provided at RHC Sakhakot?

Yes, it has a maternity room for normal deliveries, antenatal, and postnatal care.

Can patients get admitted for longer treatment?

RHCs usually allow short-term observation or admission for minor cases.
Serious patients are referred to higher-level hospitals.

Are vaccinations available for children?

Yes, regular immunization drives are carried out under the Expanded Program
on Immunization (EPI).

Is an ambulance available at this RHC?

Yes, the RHC has an ambulance service for transferring critical patients to THQ or DHQ hospitals.

Do they provide free medicines?

Yes, essential medicines are available free of cost or at very low cost from the hospital pharmacy.

Disclaimer

This information is provided for general understanding of the facilities
and services at Rural Health Center (RHC), Sakhakot. For the latest details
regarding doctors, treatment availability, or emergency services, please
contact the hospital directly.