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Using the internet and mobile phones as part of the advocacy cycle
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Key insights from the response of self-help groups to the Covid-19 pandemic in Rwanda
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Nehemiah, the development worker Nehemiah is one of the men of the Bible whose working methods must inspire every Christian development worker. As we read the book of Nehemiah, we can learn much to improve our own work strategy to obtain better results. If possible, try to read the whole book before making this study.
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by Dr Apolos B Landa. In our societies, healthcare often becomes a commodity. The rich few can afford good healthcare while the vast majority of people do not have the means to pay – they have no access to healthcare as a basic human right. Is it possible to make healthcare more equal?
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by Kaswera Vulere. The Safe Motherhood Programme at IPASC (Institut Panafricain de Santé Communautaire), Nyankunde in the Democratic Republic of the Congo recently extended its work in the local communities. Mothers join small groups where they can discuss problems and find their own solutions, according to local culture and the available local resources. We also hope to start discussions and workshops for young people, couples and women who have reached the menopause.
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There are many reasons for drug shortages. Many countries, particularly in Africa, have not adopted an essential drugs list to ensure good supplies of the most commonly used drugs. There may not be enough foreign exchange to import the necessary raw materials to produce the drugs within country. Drugs can be lost due to theft, poor storage and wastage through expiry. When drugs are prescribed to patients there may be further losses due to over-prescription, unnecessary injections or ...
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Our third case study from the Democratic Republic of Congo comes from Marabo, a village of 5,000 people. Though near Nyankunde Christian Centre – a 250 bed hospital – health activities were limited to a poorly attended private health post. There was little support for primary healthcare and only 23% of children were fully immunised.
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We have developed a tricycle here in Beraca Vocational School in Haiti. This is made by cutting up two old bikes (available very cheaply here) and welding the parts together. The design is lightweight with brakes and gears, so more fun to use than a wheelchair. It is completely hand-powered and can be ridden by anyone who has lost the use of their legs.
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by Nyangoma Kabarole. Two case studies of health centres – one which inherited a difficult situation and another which is a real success story
Resource Type: Magazine
Different ways to improve and maintain animal health
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How to reduce the risks associated with malaria and other insect-borne diseases
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The importance of producing, processing, storing and distributing food locally
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