ACTIVITIES The programme looks at improving the access to, and the quality of, maternal, neonatal and obstetric emergency care provided in 10 health centres. MdM supports, among others, microfinance groups led by women from underprivileged casts. These combined services contribute considerably to the improvement of health services in Sindhupalchowk district. For the most part these activities enable the emergency obstetric services to run on a 24-hour basis, and make it possible for medical staff to benefit from training. The use of referrals has also been increased. The women receive information on risks connected with pregnancy and childbirth and they have better access to antenatal care. Finally, this programme helps mobilise the community, particularly concerning questions relating to reproductive health.
RESULTS 60 health professionals were trained in reproductive health, 1,000 women benefited from awareness-raising and 10,000 homes had access to emergency obstetric support funds.
OUTLOOK The programme, which covered 12 cantons since 2007, ended in December 2010. Now a new programme will commence in 10 new cantons in Sindhupalchowk district.
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Life expectancy : 67,5 yrs
IDH : 0.428 ; rang : 138/169 *
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