World Health Organization (WHO) provides medicines, supplies, and equipment for maternal, newborn, and mental healthcare in Liberia
To greatly promote the health care system in Liberia, the World Health Organization (WHO) has provided the Ministry of Health with a cargo of essential medicines, supplies and an electroencephalography (EEG) machine and accessories. This contribution will enhance critical services including maternal and neonatal care, blood safety, laboratory confirmatory testing services and mental health.
“Who is committed to strengthening Liberia’s ability to address key health challenges,” said Dr. Clement Peter, who represented Liberia at the handover ceremony. “We hope these important supplies, drugs and equipment will bring additional value to the people we serve, impact lives and improve the quality of health care.”
Liberia faces ongoing health challenges, including high maternal and neonatal mortality rates. It is estimated that maternal deaths are 742 per 100,000 live births, while neonatal deaths are 37 per 1,000 births. Postpartum bleeding remains the main cause of maternal mortality, highlighting the urgent need to improve access to safe blood and blood products. Whose donations directly address this need, including blood storage equipment and blood transfusion supplies. These resources will greatly increase the chances of safe blood for approximately 1.5 million people in three counties: Bang, Majibi and Nimba. Recognizing the importance of community care, the cargo also includes supplies and medications for strengthening maternal and neonatal care in rivers and Sinoe County, benefiting approximately 300,000 people.
In August 2024, Liberia declared Drug and Drug Use Disorders (SUD) a public health emergency, demanding immediate action. To support mental health care, they provide important supplies and medications to help 1,500 high-risk youth and an EEG machine to support accurate and timely diagnosis of psychiatric and neuropsychiatric diseases.
Chief Medical Officer Dr. Catherine Cooper said: “On behalf of the Minister and the people of Liberia, we would like to thank whom we express our gratitude to the health sector for their continued support. This donation will be used for its intended purpose, supporting blood safety programs, family health Programs, mental health and other essential services.”
Distributed by Apo Group on behalf of the World Health Organization – Liberia.
