COMMUNITY HEALTH PROGRAMMES

This programme contributes to improving the health, wellbeing, and quality of life for the local community.

Programme activities:

Reducing the threat posed by infectious diseases, contributing to reducing the risk of nosocomial infections, and creating safe environments for local people and medical professionals.Reducing the risk factors of non-communicable diseases and injuries and promoting a healthy lifestyle and environment.Empowering children and young people, with the support of their families and communities, by promoting social activities and supporting their upbringing.Strengthening the capacity of the local health sector by contributing to improving the accessibility and quality of medical care.

Issue

▪   Lack of awareness for health problems in communities ▪   Lack of health knowledge in communities ▪   Topics such as birth control, family planning, sexual transmitted diseases and drug addiction are still taboo ▪   Stigmatisation of certain health issues like substance abuse and use of condoms

Objectives

▪   To raise awareness of health issues in communities ▪   To increase knowledge about reproductive health and sexually transmitted diseases ▪   To reduce the stigma around certain health topics ▪   To provide prevention and treatment for drug addiction