Hygiene promotion campaign seeks to prevent cholera outbreak in Marsabit
Food for the Hungry launched a comprehensive hygiene promotion campaign, reaching 1,976 households in the North Horr and Moyale sub-counties.
In Marsabit County, cholera endangers families residing in remote areas. The likelihood of outbreaks is higher in regions with inadequate clean water and healthcare services.
Food for the Hungry, a humanitarian aid organisation, has responded to this urgent need to prevent cholera outbreaks by providing crucial health education and clean water solutions to protect vulnerable communities.
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Educating people is a key strategy for preventing cholera.
The organisation launched a comprehensive hygiene promotion campaign, reaching 1,976 households in the North Horr and Moyale sub-counties.
"We launched a community-wide hygiene promotion campaign that reached 1,976 households in the North Horr and Moyale sub-counties. We shared important tips on how to prevent cholera, stay clean, and keep water safe through local meetings called "barazas" and radio shows," the organisation said.
These initiatives were conducted in close partnership with the county public health department and community health officers.
By utilising local leadership and radio broadcasts, Food for the Hungry ensured that families received the necessary information to protect themselves and their loved ones.
To further reduce the risk of cholera and other waterborne diseases, the organisation distributed water treatment solutions to the same 1,976 households, impacting 51 communities in Marsabit County.
This initiative has a long-lasting effect. The initiative equipped families with the tools to purify their water, significantly enhancing their health and well-being.
Families are now equipped to take daily steps towards clean safe water. This initiative equipped families with the tools to purify their water, significantly enhancing their health and well-being.
The efforts of Food for the Hungry extend beyond just providing supplies; they focus on empowering families with the knowledge and resources to safeguard themselves now and in the future.
With every hygiene message shared and water treatment solution delivered, the organisation is building stronger, healthier communities. This holistic approach ensures long-lasting benefits as families are now better prepared to maintain clean and safe water practices daily.
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