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Projects that change lives

We develop projects that drive and guarantee change in societies, communities, and countries so they can have access to quality healthcare systems. The best way to understand the need for our work is to discover the projects in which the Anesvad Foundation is involved.

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Support for the WHO in combatting NTDs in 14 countries of Sub-Saharan Africa
13 de January de 2022

Support for the WHO in combatting NTDs in 14 countries of Sub-Saharan Africa

Since 2013, the World Health Organisation (WHO) has promoted an integrated approach to controlling, eliminating and eradicating 20 Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs). However, over 1 billion people still suffer from them around the world, particularly in the most impoverished and forgotten places on the planet.
Governments
Ending NTDs in Gagnoa by 2023
2 de February de 2022

Ending NTDs in Gagnoa by 2023

To combat NTDs in Gagnoa, we work in collaboration with the Ivorian Ministry of Health via their National Programmes to fight against leprosy and the Buruli ulcer.

Knowledge
Strengthening the African network of laboratories for Buruli ulcer research
16 de March de 2022

Strengthening the African network of laboratories for Buruli ulcer research

There are currently no unified protocols for detecting Buruli ulcer. Although the WHO sets guidelines for the control of NTDs, many laboratories in Africa do not have standardised protocols for sample collection and subsequent screening and diagnosis of these diseases.

Knowledge
Simultaneous diagnosis of five skin-related neglected tropical diseases (skin NTDs)
19 de May de 2023

Simultaneous diagnosis of five skin-related neglected tropical diseases (skin NTDs)

Through this initiative, we are contributing to strengthening public health systems, from small aid stations in the remotest villages to health centres in reference-point towns.
Civil society
Basic water and sanitation services for Upper Denkyira East
21 de June de 2023

Basic water and sanitation services for Upper Denkyira East

The population of Upper Denkyira East lacks basic access to water and sanitation services, resulting in a higher transmission of infectious and diarrheic diseases such as NTDs.

Civil society
Tackling NTDs through a gender equality perspective in Ghana
21 de June de 2023

Tackling NTDs through a gender equality perspective in Ghana

Women suffering from diseases such as NTDs are even more vulnerable to poverty and lack of opportunities.

Civil society
Giving voice to people suffering from NTDs to improve their participation in society
21 de June de 2023

Giving voice to people suffering from NTDs to improve their participation in society

There exist evidence of lack of inclusion and participation of people with skin-NTDs in most community activities.

Civil society
Addressing NTDs in the Eastern Region of Ghana
21 de June de 2023

Addressing NTDs in the Eastern Region of Ghana

Ghana is endemic for several NTDs and about half of the population lives in rural, impoverished and isolated areas that are conducive to their proliferation.
Civil society
Controlling new cases of leprosy in Bawku
21 de June de 2023

Controlling new cases of leprosy in Bawku

In 2021, 8 new cases of leprosy were detected in the municipality and in 2022 5 have been detected so far.
Civil society
Hand washing and new wells to tackle yaws in Akuapim
21 de June de 2023

Hand washing and new wells to tackle yaws in Akuapim

Akuapim North and South Districts, located in the Eastern Region of Ghana, has seen an increase in yaws cases since 2020.

Civil society
Improving the health of communities in Upper Denkyira
21 de June de 2023

Improving the health of communities in Upper Denkyira

the Upper Denkyira East and Upper Denkyira West districts in Ghana are endemic of a number of NTDs, namely Buruli ulcer, yaws and leprosy.

Civil society
Freeing Aowin district from the burden of skin-NTDs
21 de June de 2023

Freeing Aowin district from the burden of skin-NTDs

Yaws, Lymphatic filariasis and other skin-NTDs cause suffering and disabilities in communities of the Aowin district in Ghana, in the South-western part of the country.

Civil society
A comprehensive approach aimed at reducing skin NTDs in three districts in Ghana
26 de June de 2023

A comprehensive approach aimed at reducing skin NTDs in three districts in Ghana

This holistic approach will enable us to improve access and coverage for 6,000 people in three districts of Ghana by improving health care and extending it at community and psychosocial level.
Civil society
Bringing about a change of attitude to reduce NTDs in Ellembelle
26 de June de 2023

Bringing about a change of attitude to reduce NTDs in Ellembelle

By the end of the project we envision a behavioural change towards skin-NTDs in the endemic communities suffering from them, resulting in a lower prevalence of this diseases and greater acceptance of those suffering from any NTD.
Civil society
Reducing NTDs in 13 endemic district of Eastern Ghana
21 de July de 2023

Reducing NTDs in 13 endemic district of Eastern Ghana

Alongside Hope for Future Generation and Rural Watch, the project will be implemented in 13 NTD endemic districts in the Eastern Region of Ghana.

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Every project we complete leaves a legacy: stronger communities, more accessible healthcare systems, and transformed lives. Learn about the results achieved and the impact we’ve made together with our local partners.

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A clinical trial to reduce the treatment time for the Buruli ulcer by half
13 de January de 2022

A clinical trial to reduce the treatment time for the Buruli ulcer by half

After decades combatting the Buruli ulcer, which affects thousands of people in over 33 countries, we are still unaware of its exact mode of transmission. We know it is related to environments with stagnant and unsafe water.

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