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Medical Support For Women And Children

Background

The health of mothers and children is fundamental for both individual well-being and societal progress. For mothers, maintaining good health is essential throughout their lives, impacting their ability to care for themselves and their families. Adequate healthcare ensures safe pregnancies, reduces maternal mortality rates, and fosters the physical and mental well-being necessary for nurturing children. Similarly, investing in children's health is an investment in the future, as healthy children are better equipped to learn, grow, and contribute positively to society.

 

However, financial instability exacerbates health disparities among mothers and children, limiting access to essential healthcare, nutritious food, and safe living conditions. This often leads to higher rates of malnutrition, infectious diseases, and chronic illnesses, perpetuating a cycle of poor health and poverty. Disaster events, such as flooding, worsen this situation by disrupting access to critical services like healthcare and clean water, disproportionately affecting vulnerable populations. The aftermath of such disasters can lead to increased rates of waterborne illnesses, mental health issues, and displacement, further endangering the well-being of mothers and children.

Summary

  • Goal: Medical support for underprivileged women and children.

  • Beneficiary: Families in deprived neighborhoods of Dashtiari County, Province of Sistan and Baluchestan
     

  • Start Date: Winter 2024

  • End Date: Spring 2024
     

  • Estimated Cost: $1500.00 CAD

  • Source of Cost: Medicine for women and children; Transportation of some families in remote locations 
     

  • Raised Donation: $1500.00 CAD

  • Source of Donation: Baran’e Mehr Charity Group (Vancouver, BC)
     

  • Status: Completed

Objectives

Identify women and children in need of medical supports in Dashtiari County in Province of Sistan and Baluchestan.

Organize medical appointments with General practitioner, Gynecologist, Internist, and Pediatrician doctors.

Provide financial support for needed prescribed medicine expenses.

Arrange and financially support transportation for families living in remote locations that are deprived from medical attention.

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In-person medical appointments (Photo quality is intentionally reduced to protect privacy of individuals)

Accomplishments

A total of 376 women and children in Dashtiari County have received medical supports, including appointment with specialists and prescribed medicine, as follows:

  • 203 women have received Gynecologist attention and prescribed medicine

  • 94 children have received Pediatrician attention and prescribed medicine

  • 143 individuals have received Internist/General attention and medicine

  • Some patients received referrals to hospitals and medical clinics for further supports.

  • Specialists and practitioners donated their time and equipment for the project.

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These outcomes underscore the project's significant contribution to enhancing the health and well-being of women and children living in Dashtiari County, located in the Province of Sistan and Baluchestan.


Furthermore, the project serves as a testament to the successful partnership forged between charitable organizations and medical professionals, illustrating the public's
confidence in such charitable endeavors.

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Afra Charity Foundation

We are a Canadian charitable organization that is registered and operates independently from any political, religious, government, or ethnic affiliations.

Email: info@afracharityfoundation.com

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Registered Charity: 70631 3889 RR0001

Charity Registration Info

Reg. number: 706313889 RR 0001

Charity status: Registered

Effective date of status: 2021-10-01

Designation: Charitable organization

Charity type: Relief of Poverty

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