Uganda
Health
$40,000 Goal
Summary of the Situation
In November 2022, the Little Sisters of Mary Immaculate of Gulu opened a health facility in Lobodegi Parish to serve a community with no nearby medical care, where the closest hospital is 40 kilometers away, reachable only by poorly maintained roads and limited transport.
Initially renting a four-room house, the Sisters sought to combat the alarming rates of maternal and infant mortality, particularly among girls under 18. However, they quickly expanded their services to meet the community’s broader needs, necessitating a new, permanent facility. The lack of local health options has led to rising maternal and infant mortality rates, tragically affecting young girls during childbirth.
Today, their health facility provides a comprehensive range of services, including:
– Maternity and prenatal care
– Immunization and laboratory services
– Outpatient and inpatient clinics
– Minor surgeries
– Outreach programs and health education in nearby villages
– HIV/AIDS and TB testing
Sisters Response to the root cause of the injustice
The Sisters goal is to construct a new hospital featuring a maternity ward with an operating theatre, children’s ward, dispensary, laboratory, and male and female wards.
Funds needed
40000.00 USD
How will the funds be used?
Funds will complete construction and equip the new hospital, including a maternity ward with an operating theatre, children’s ward, dispensary, laboratory, and male and female wards. They will also support outreach services to educate and counsel young girls on the risks of early pregnancy and offer treatment for minor health issues.
How many people would be served by this Funding Request?
20000
Systemic Impact
The new facility and services will greatly improve local healthcare, especially in maternity care, leading to a significant reduction in maternal and infant mortality rates.