HIV/AIDS
From Homabay to Pakistan: A Humanitarian Journey of Compassion and Impact
Cossam Ang'awa is a Patient Support Activity Manager with MSF in Pakistan. He describes his 9-year humanitarian journey with MSF, starting from Homabay, Kenya, then to South Sudan, Somaliland, and currently in Pakistan. Stories from the Frontline - 7 Sep 2023
Cholera
South Africa works on its cholera preparedness as the risk of new cases increases
In August 2023, MSF teamed up with the National Department of Health (NDoH), the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) to deliver cholera readiness trainings for government teams from all nine provinces Update - 6 Sep 2023
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Central African Republic: Does Anybody Care?
Central African Republic: Does Anybody Care? Videos and Photos - 5 Sep 2023
Malnutrition
South Sudan: People returning from Sudan are arriving in alarming health conditions
Thousands of returnees have been arriving sick and exhausted at the Bulukat transit centre in Malakal, northeastern South Sudan, after travelling almost 72 hours by boats on the White Nile River. Press Release - 4 Sep 2023
Access to Healthcare
The Turkish Hospital in Khartoum: a lifeline for sick children and pregnant women
MSF has been supporting the Turkish hospital in Khartoum since mid-May, despite immense challenges. As he leaves Sudan, our outgoing Head of Mission Dr Mego Terzian provides an update on the situation Stories from the Frontline - 4 Sep 2023
Attacks on medical care
CAR: Spike in attacks against staff and patients in Batangafo threaten continuation of healthcare
In 2023, MSF teams have suffered at least 16 incidents in Batangafo, generally on the town’s outskirts. The latest attacks occurred on 26 and 30 August. The assaults consist mostly of violent robberies. Press Release - 1 Sep 2023
Primary care
Chad: MSF appeals for immediate response to Sudanese refugee crisis
MSF calls on the UN, international donors and aid organisations to meet the urgent humanitarian needs of Sudanese refugees in Chad in order to prevent more suffering and potential loss of life. Statement - 31 Aug 2023
Malnutrition
Nutrition crisis among children in Chad: Bringing medical care closer to people through community-based care
An emergency malnutrition response launched by MSF in September 2021 has since evolved into a long-term project to address the recurrent nutritional crises in Hadjer Lamis region. Article - 30 Aug 2023
Dengue fever
Fighting dengue with mosquitoes: buzzing innovation to protect people from deadly disease
To combat a rapidly growing public health crisis in Honduras, Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is working closely with local communities and health authorities to prevent dengue and other viruses transmitted by mosquitoes. Press Release - 25 Aug 2023
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