Healthcare for 20,000 people in Ukraine
Organization | ASOCIACION MEDICOS DEL MUNDO |
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Region | Ukraine |
Website | Website |
ProjectLeader | Pilar Martín |
In response to the conflict in Ukraine, Medicos del Mundo (Doctors of the World) is supporting the Healthcare System, working with the affected health centers and hospitals by providing medicines and attending physical and mental health. We use mobile clinics to reach older and isolated people. We intend to continue giving healthcare to 20,000 people in the Eastern area. Doctors of the World has been present in Ukraine since 2014, that gives us the know-how for a rapid and efective response.
Challenge
Healthcare system in Ukraine has severely been damaged by the armed conflict. By taking on the urgent healthcare needs of the population, guaranteeing access to essential medicines and medical supplies, and giving direct assistance both in physical and mental health, we intend to alleviate the consequences of this conflict.
Long-Term Impact
- Ensure the continuity of healthcare services *Maintain an operative National Health System to support the future of Ukraine *Guarantee access to healthcare for those in conflict areas. *Ensure good mental health of those psychologically affected and internally displaced in collective or transit centres.
References
- https://www.medicosdelmundo.org/que-hacemos/europa/ucrania
- https://youtu.be/apCvha-biQ4
- https://youtu.be/08j9s3J8hlY
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