foodpanda Pakistan announced a significant partnership with QJ Diagnostic, a renowned medical lab in Islamabad/Rawalpindi and a sister concern of CitiLab, to enhance the health and well-being of its dedicated delivery riders. Through this collaboration, foodpanda and QJ Diagnostic set up free Hepatitis-C medical camps, demonstrating a strong commitment to rider health and safety.
Led by Mr. Zubair Nasir, CEO of QJ Diagnostic, this initiative is poised to make a substantial impact. Hepatitis C medical camp, organised at F-8 and Saddar hubs in Islamabad, offered ICT Hepatitis-C and Hepatitis-C PCR tests, and comprehensive treatment free of charge.
Muntaqa Peracha, Managing Director of foodpanda Pakistan, stated, “Our riders are the backbone of our operations, and their health and well-being are of great importance to us. This partnership with QJ Diagnostic allows us to provide essential medical services to our delivery riders, ensuring they remain healthy and capable of serving our customers efficiently. We are grateful to QJ Diagnostic for their support and dedication in this initiative.”
Zubair Nasir, CEO of QJ Diagnostic, also commented on the occasion of the partnership, “QJ Diagnostic was founded in loving memory of my late mother, Qamar Jahan Begum, with a mission to eradicate Hepatitis C from Pakistan. Over the past eight months, we have conducted tests for more than 9,000 underprivileged individuals, including foodpanda riders, and provided treatment for over 400 patients, who tested positive, in Rawalpindi and Islamabad. Our commitment is unwavering as we continue to make a significant impact on public health and improve lives across Pakistan.”
QJ Diagnostic boasts a proven track record of providing Hepatitis-C testing and treatment to various esteemed organisations, including NAB, FIA, ANF (Anti Narcotic Force), BMW, Toyota Motors, Marriott Hotel, and many more.
This partnership underscores foodpanda’s ongoing commitment to the health and well-being of its riders, recognising their crucial role in the company’s success. By providing these essential medical services, foodpanda and QJ Diagnostic aim to support the health of the riders and contribute to the overall well-being of the community.
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