In Mozambique, trained volunteers build a bridge between the public and the health system. Because they enjoy greater trust and credibility, they are able to raise awareness about hygiene measures and help control the spread of cholera.
Our webinar on Thursday, 6 June (1 pm) focused on how cholera outbreaks can be prevented, what these outbreaks have to do with climate change and how SolidarMed uses trained local volunteers to raise awareness among the population.
People with severe non-communicable diseases need early diagnosis and then systematic treatment. This is key, particularly for children like Tawonashe.
In rural Chirezdana, in south-eastern Zimbabwe, the infrastructure project of the local health center can be expanded this year thanks to the support of the Liechtensteiner Fastenopfer. The new building will enable more births to take place under medical care.