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Did you know that the Maternal Mortality Rate must be reduced by 20.3% every year to reach the UN's #SDG3 target in 2030?   Read Mumba’s story, whose role as an ETS rider in Transaid's MAMaZ programmes is crucial in reducing maternal mortality in his community of Nchimishi in Zambia. Full story here: bit.ly/4aNkBiS #accesstohealthcare #InternationalDayForMaternalHealthandRights

#ScholarSpotlight: The rising incidence of malnutrition in India between 2018 and 2019 has been vastly exacerbated by the pandemic. We urgently need targeted interventions to protect vulnerable mothers and children. In this study, Dr Chitwan Lalji and Dr. Debayan Pakrashi focus on 1,200 mother-child pairs from 60 different slums in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh to evaluate a bundle of interventions aimed at improving child health.

Deep Dive into Maternal Mortality Hotspots in Kano In response to a ministerial directive by Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate, we visited 10 communities in Kano, witnessing firsthand the social realities contributing to maternal and neonatal deaths, as well as listening to circumstances around which the deaths occurred. 🇳🇬 Nigeria is committed to reducing maternal mortality by 30% in the next three years. Through MAMII, a sector-wide approach uniting all stakeholders, we are driving coordinated efforts to accelerate impact and save lives. #MAMII

The DRC faces severe humanitarian crises marked by internal displacement and insecurity. High mortality rates for children under-five, malnutrition and violence against women and girls persist. Since 2000, we have worked with the Congolese government and local partners to revitalize the health system, improve WASH and combat disease. By providing direct support in 251 health zones and maintaining strong relationships with local networks, we are dedicated to changing the narrative and trajectory of health care in the DRC. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4bBCul6 Pictured: Dr. Bisimwa and Nurse Violetta are two of the many health care workers trained through IMA World Health's PEP Kit Distribution project in the eastern part of the DRC. #DRC #StrengtheningHealthSystems #WASH #Partnership #Nutrition #HealthCare

In West and Central Africa, maternal and child mortality rates remain among the highest in the world, with preventable deaths occurring every day. Progress towards the #SDGs for maternal and child survival requires massive acceleration. This week in Dakar, Senegal, Every Woman Every Newborn Everywhere (previously ENAP EPMM) and Child Health Task Force #ChildSurvivalAction are talking priority actions to reduce maternal, newborn and child mortality faster in the region. #EWENE_CSA ➥ www.ewene.org

🔍On today’s #DeepDive, we highlight Lymphatic Filariasis (LF), also known as elephantiasis, a debilitating mosquito borne disease affecting millions worldwide. With 657 million people at risk, and 51 million still infected, LF remains a major health challenge globally. In Kenya, 2.4 million people are at risk, primarily across the coastal regions, where it causes significant physical, social, and economic burdens 📉 Kenya's Ministry of Health has achieved notable progress, with over 90% treatment coverage through mass drug administration, reaching 100% geographical coverage in 2022. However, much more needs to be done and at #GANE, we are dedicated to amplifying these efforts by advocating for broader healthcare access, increasing awareness, and providing support to affected communities. Together, we can #EndTheNeglect and improve lives for a healthier community 🌍 #EndNTDs #GlobalHealth #CommunityAwarness

https://lnkd.in/e_2AztST Effecting community feedback and respond to strengthen MPDSR and reduce maternal mortality in South Sudan

"Kidney diseases are a major public health problem worldwide, particularly in low-income regions with underdeveloped healthcare institutions that are severely impacted and exacerbated by poverty, and poor governance where healthcare coverage is very limited. Providing care to patients with kidney diseases is very challenging in Somalia due to the lack of nephrology services. Kidney replacement therapy is a necessary life-sustaining treatment unfortunately it’s not available throughout the country and remains only in the major cities This significant treatment gap requires a focus on a population-based prevention methods and the establishment of accessible and affordable renal replacement therapy. let us unite in raising awareness and promoting kidney health for all." Hamze Rage, Somalia On the road to #UNGA79 #KidneyHealthMatters in Africa

Priority actions to reduce maternal mortality must include clean and safe births. These are impossible to achieve when health care facilities do not have #water #sanitation and good #hygiene #WASH. And remember it is among the top asks from women for maternal health.

Did you know that Sub-Saharan Africa has a maternal mortality rate of 531 deaths per 100,000 live births, which is almost 24% higher than in the United States. I'm giving a little to make a big difference. If you want to help too, check out the Safe Passages: Walking Together for Maternal Life International page at https://lnkd.in/gh6e7YeM