Vaccination program

Though vaccines are available in the delta states , previous initiatives have had difficulty in effectively covering the vast and often isolated riverine communities.

Nationally,the WHO (World Health Organisation) recommended immunisation schedule  has been woefully underachieved, the best coverage reaching 40%. For Measles coverage ,according to 2005 figures peaks at 54% , with New Foundations coverage in the communities in which the charity works achieving 50%.

The dismal vaccination statistics for this region is discussed in a survey undertaken in two communities

From 2007 we have been able to provide measles, polio, tetanus DPT, BCG, meningitis and yellow fever vaccinations.

The partnership with the state government department has been critical and we are grateful for their assistance and support.

The mortality from measles, and tetanus in particular is high and secondary infections only increase the shocking statistics.

We strive to vaccinate every child in the communities in which we work. These public health initiatives are cheap, and very effective, with many lives saved,

We arrange camps, with the use of puppet shows, drama and workshops to generate attendance, and involve the communities at every level to maximise mobilisation and takeup.

With this emphasis on mothers and children these camps provide ideal opportunities to teach safe birthing practices and postnatal care, contraceptive advice, breast feeding and nutrition.

We link with local NGO's , traditional birthing attendants and throughout the involvement of the trained Health Care Workers is paramount.

Below are some links to recent, representative vaccination camps undertaken in the delta communities.

Camp 1

Camp 2

Camp 3

 vaccination camp - Ogriabene community