Medicine in the bush
Project country
Project period
October 2009 - December 2017
Project partner
Diocese of Rumbek
International Rescue Committee
Supporter
Private donors
Else Kröner-Fresenius Foundation (EKFS)
Common Humanitarian Fund (CHF)
Activities
Construction and long-term operation of the clinics in Nyal and Rumbek. 2017 Handover of the two facilities to locally rooted partner organizations. Support for the work of the new operators through Sign of Hope in the form of food, supplies, medicines and the provision of salaries.
- Medicinal treatment of common infectious diseases and outpatient care
- Therapeutic feeding program for malnourished children
- Pregnancy care and deliveries, immunizations for women and children
- Health education for disease prevention.