Sightsavers from the Field: “Everyone Deserves Quality Eye Care Services”
In Uganda, an inclusive eye health programme has helped to protect people’s vision and build a sustainable eye care system for everyone.
Uganda
A Ugandan mother’s fight against malnutrition
There is little awareness around malnutrition in the underserved communities of Kampala, the capital of Uganda. Symptoms are often believed to be a sign of evil. Since 2020, FHI 360 has provided technical assistance in Kampala to train community health workers and nutritionists.
After a Resounding Success in 2021, Steth-of-Hope is Back!
Make a Medic is a UK-based charity that aims to support the education of medical students and facilitate public health initiatives in low and middle-income countries.
Ending the neglect of kids with HIV in West Africa
‘In Senegal, people with HIV are subject to harsh discrimination. Mothers are hiding. They don’t want to be seen entering this pavilion. They are afraid to go to the pharmacy. They refuse to be followed up in their neighbourhood. As a result, many children living with the disease are not being detected.’
Turning the tide: How MSF transformed HIV/AIDS care in Uganda
MSF hands over its HIV program in Arua, Uganda, after long-term improvement in care and patient outcomes.