Save 750 Pregnant Women from Malaria in Uganda
Organization information
Kagumu Development Organization
Location: Kampala, Uganda
Summary
Malaria is the leading cause of death in Uganda counting for over 27%. Maternal anemia and placental parasitaemia leads to low birth weight, which is an important contributor to infant mortality.Despite interventions of stakeholders, prevention services to mothers is low. Long lasting insecticide treated mosquito nets (LLINs) coverage is still low affecting pregnant mothers who have low immunity.The project will provide free LLINs and malaria tests and treatment to 750 during antenatal clinic.
Project locations
Uganda