A nomadic family in South Omo
Current Situation in Ethiopia
In Ethiopia, many people live in remote rural areas, far from hospitals and health clinics. Livestock-raising families, in particular, are often left to fend for themselves when someone falls ill. Long distances, a lack of transportation, and the cost of treatment make medical care inaccessible to many. This can be life-threatening, especially for pregnant women and young children.
In the Somali Region, recurring droughts, conflicts, and the arrival of many internally displaced people are exacerbating the already difficult healthcare situation. There is a shortage of essential medications and adequately trained medical personnel.
In South Omo, medical care is particularly patchy for pregnant women, mothers, and young children. A lack of preventive care, inadequate perinatal care, and insufficient medical equipment increase health risks. Traditional gender roles and early marriage also negatively impact the living conditions of women and girls.
How does humedica help?
Together with local partner organizations and the relevant health authorities, humedica is strengthening primary health care in rural regions of Ethiopia.
Medical Supplies and Medications: Essential Medications and Medical Supplies for Health Clinics
Here's how you can help:
With just €5, you can provide health insurance for an entire family for a year
With €200, you can put together a midwife's delivery kit (consisting of, among other things: a brochure, soap, plastic wrap, ties for tying off the umbilical cord, a plastic bag, razor blades, a sterile gauze bandage, and gloves)
With €1,600, 50 healthcare professionals can be trained
With €12,500, a laboratory can be fully equipped