CERF-funded Project
Madagascar
La mise en œuvre d'actions d'anticipation pour des soins de santé plus efficaces face aux principales menaces sanitaires d'El Nino. (23-RR-WHO-053)
| Grant | $350,000 |
|---|---|
| Recipient UN Agency | WHO |
| Emergency type | Drought |
| Window | Rapid Response |
| Sector | Health |
| Group of people targeted | Other affected persons |
| Number of people targeted | 27,300 |
| Implementation dates | | |
Project overview
The main objective of this project is to provide anticipatory and early health interventions for vulnerable and at-risk populations facing a deterioration of health conditions related to the forecasted drought-impact of El Niño in Madagascar. This WHO project provides lifesaving primary healthcare, medical equipment and essential medication to health facilities, refresher trainings for health workers on intra- and post-partum care, postnatal care and paediatric care as well as monthly reviews of vaccination registers and catch-up vaccination campaigns. The project provides life-saving assistance to 27,300 people, including 7,176 women, 6,895 men, 13,229 children, and 388 persons with disabilities.