Medical care for those without access

In the epicenter of the Mpox epidemic, in Kamituga, DRC, ALIMA (The Alliance for International Medical Action) is on the front line against a new strain of the virus. This France 2 report reveals the health and logistical challenges facing our teams on the ground.
Extract from the report "Mpox: the epicenter of an out-of-control epidemic" broadcast on France 2
In this immense country, 4.5 times the size of France, health services are powerless. It's an 8-hour drive over broken tracks to reach Kamituga, the epicenter of this epidemic. It was here, in this mining town, that the new strain of the Mpox virus was first spotted. The NGO ALIMA has set up in a wing of the hospital and is taking care of the sick.
The contagion is simply through direct contact with an infected person, which makes us fear the worst for the huge refugee camps in eastern Congo. In this region, war and fighting have driven 7 million people from their homes.
ALIMA has deployed a rapid and effective response to combat this health crisis. In collaboration with a coalition of local and international partners, ALIMA is implementing an approach based on three pillars: medical care for patients, epidemiological surveillance, and awareness-raising among affected communities.
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Our new project "Wakobo Ti Kodro"transforms maternal care in the Central African Republic by integrating matrons, traditional birth attendants, into the monitoring of high-risk pregnancies thanks to an innovative mobile app.

"Wakobo Ti Kodro" aims to improve maternal and child health in a region where mortality rates are among the highest in the world. Around 48% of births take place at home, underscoring the importance of this project. The app provides visual guides and voice alerts, making information accessible even to people with low literacy.
 

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Matrons have been quick to adopt the technology, strengthening their role in the healthcare system. The app has facilitated their integration into health centers, improving the quality of care and management of at-risk pregnancies.

This initiative is an inspiring example of how an innovative, community-based approach can save lives and strengthen local health systems.

 

 

 

The revolution in maternity care in Guinea thanks to mobile ultrasound scanners has marked a crucial turning point in access to care for women in Télimélé (a town in the Republic of Guinea). Since August 2023, ALIMA has equipped six health centers with this innovative technology, enabling high-quality ultrasound scans even in the most remote areas where access to specialized care is limited.

This initiative has led to a significant increase in the prenatal consultation rate, from 53% to 68% in just a few months. What's more, the number of births attended by healthcare professionals increased by 10% in one year, ensuring better care for mothers and newborns. In nine months, nearly 1,300 women have benefited from these prenatal follow-ups, reducing the risk of complications and maternal mortality.

The poignant testimonies of women who have benefited from these mobile ultrasounds testify to the tangible impact of this innovation. Mariama, a young mother from Télimélé, testifies: "Thanks to the mobile ultrasound, I was able to monitor my pregnancy closely and give birth to my baby safely."

ALIMA plans to extend this program to other regions of Guinea and other West African countries, with the support of local and international partners. 

For more details, read the full article: https://alima.ngo/actualites-fr/sante-maternelle-guinee-echographes-mobiles/

In a world where the challenges of climate change are becoming ever more pressing, ALIMA is positioning itself on the front line, fully acknowledging its involvement and taking concrete steps to reduce its environmental footprint. Climate change acts as a catalyst, complicating humanitarian operations in our areas of intervention. 

At ALIMA, we refuse to remain passive. 

We are resolutely committed to taking action, developing concrete action plans, and finding innovative solutions to combat this major 21st century challenge.

In our latest progress report, discover the details of our commitment and actions. We reveal our strategies to reduce our carbon footprint, our initiatives to promote sustainable practices, and our efforts to strengthen the resilience of the most vulnerable communities, in the face of the impacts of climate change.
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