Africa
Nigeria
Fistula Fortnight: Healing Wounds, Renewing Hope 491 Posted by Administrator  2005 - The Fistula Fortnight, launched in Nigeria on 21 February 2005, was a groundbreaking initiative in terms of advocacy, treatment and developing the capacity to expand treatment options. The Fortnight was accomplished through an innovative collaboration among many partners, including the Government of Nigeria, UNFPA (the United Nations Population Fund), the Nigerian Red Cross, Virgin Unite, four hospitals, and 17 volunteer surgeons. It was implemented in the Nigerian states of Kano, Katsina, Kebbi and Sokoto, under the aegis of the UNFPA-led global Campaign to End Fistula.Language: English |
Research Studies and Assessments
Country Needs Assessment 424 Posted by Administrator August 2003, The National Foundation on Vesico-Vaginal Fistulae - Report of the rapid assessment of vesico-vaginal fistulae in NigeriaLanguages: English |
Needs Assessment Report: Findings from nine African countries 291 Posted by Administrator  2003, UNFPA and EngenderHealth - UNFPA partnered with EngenderHealth to conduct a first-ever study on the occurrence of fistula in nine countries in sub-Saharan Africa through the eyes of clients who seek services and professional health workers in 35 hospitals where fistula is treated. It highlights the urgent need for equipment, skilled medical staff and surgical supplies in order to meet the high demand for care.
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