Situation:
Women undergoing caesarean section (CS) in low- and middle-income countries are 100x more likely to die than in high-income countries, accounting for 23.8% of global maternal deaths. In Nepal, CS is the most common surgery, with CS rates rising from 1% in 1996 to 25% in 2023, locally up to 40% in Koshi Province. 38% of maternal deaths in Nepal occur post-CS, indicating a surgical safety issue.
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Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer among women worldwide. In the DR Congo, one of the poorest countries in the world (HDI 179 out of 191), it is the leading cause of cancer deaths. The problem is exacerbated by a lack of awareness about the disease and its prevention among the population, unaffordable screening for the majority of women, and a shortage of trained personnel.
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Madagascar is one of the least developed countries globally, with over 80% of the population living below the international poverty line. Most of the population resides in rural areas where living conditions are poorest and the healthcare system faces significant challenges, especially in the rural South of the country. In consequence, maternal mortality rates are exceedingly high.
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Situation:
One of the biggest challenges is the health infrastructure in Madagascar: around 40% live more than an hour away from a health centre. Data on HPV is scarce, with initial studies showing high prevalence rates. Vaccination coverage in Madagascar is a major challenge for many diseases, as shown by measles outbreaks or the low COVID-19 vac-cination rate.
Objectives:
To assess the feasibility of the implementation of a nationwide HPV vaccination program
(*CARE: Comprehensive solutions for increased Access to mental health care Rooted in communities and Enhancing public services)
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Glaucoma is a group of chronic optic nerve diseases that can lead to irreversible blindness. In African populations, the prevalence is 4-9% and the number of patients is expected to rise from 10.3 million in 2020 to 19.1 million in 2040, the highest incidence in the world. In Tanzania, glaucoma is the second leading cause of blindness.
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The chances of survival for mothers and children in sub-Saharan Africa, especially in Ghana, are significantly lower than in other regions of the world. Around 30 million people live in Ghana and life expectancy is 61 years. There are major differences between rural and urban areas in terms of access to healthcare services. Despite investment in maternal and child health care, major challenges remain:
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Papua New Guinea is criss-crossed by an approximately 200 kilometre wide, branching mountain range characterised by steep valleys and barely accessible plains. The nature of the country favours the isolated tribal formation that has taken place in New Guinea. Even today, over 80% of the population still live in the rural and very inaccessible regions. In combination with political instability and the severe shortage of doctors (2018: <0.7 doctors per 10,000 inhabitants), this leads to difficult medical care for the population.
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The West Nile sub-region in Uganda has high poverty and food insecurity rates. Besides, the population faces multiple challenges, e.g. poor infrastructures, inadequate health literacy, and limited access to education, health facilities, and WASH. Inadequate health services, non-functional referral systems, as well as stigma and discrimination are among the main problems to end TB by 2030.
