Responding to Critical Health Needs in Displaced Communities
What Challenges Were Addressed?
- MSF filled gaps in water and sanitation services.
- Access to existing sites has improved.
- Sanitation issues remain a major challenge.
- Waste management is a persistent problem.
What Services are Needed?
“We call for more humanitarian aid to address the dire needs of displaced communities,” urges Sophie Mealier, MSF’s head of mission. Specifically, water trucking, latrine and shower rehabilitation, hygiene kit distribution, and health and hygiene promotion are required.
How Can Stakeholders Help?
Frenso Désir, water and sanitation project supervisor, emphasizes the importance of stakeholders allocating necessary resources to ensure the safety and dignity of displaced people.
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Source: www.msf.org