Medical Equipment & Pharmaceuticals
Due to the global pandemic in 2020, Share a Care faced unexpected challenges in completing our work on the local medical center in Djinany. As a result, we decided not to begin a new building project in 2021 and, instead, stayed focused on fully equipping the clinic to better serve the community. Our goal was to provide essential supplies, including beds, general medical equipment, a water tower, and single-use items such as simple medications, feminine hygiene products, etc. While these supplies may seem basic, they make a world of difference in improving health outcomes for rural communities and enhancing the overall quality of life.
Now that the clinic is fully operational, it employs three healthcare providers, all funded by the Senegalese government: Malang Kabo (the chief registered nurse), Ndeye Sene Sarr (the registered pediatric/neonatal nurse and midwife), and finally Fatou Banjul (the nurse). Although the clinic may seem modest compared to modern hospitals in the United States, it has a profound impact on the surrounding area. Families from over 20 villages, some traveling up to 100 kilometers, rely on this clinic for vital healthcare services.
While the pandemic slowed our progress, it underscored the importance of ensuring that the clinic could meet the healthcare needs of local families. This realization shifted our approach, moving away from our original goal of completing one project per year. Instead, we now focus on completing meaningful projects at a sustainable pace, ensuring lasting impact. Thanks to this extended timeline, we were able to equip the clinic to provide critical services during a difficult time—fulfilling our mission to improve healthcare access and the overall well-being of West African communities.
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