Centre calls for end to discrimination against obstetric fistula patients in Taraba dailypost.ng - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from dailypost.ng Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
M-PESA Foundation is holding a week-long free fistula medical camp at Makueni County Referral Hospital in Makueni County as it marks the International Day to End Obstetric Fistula
According to WHO, "each year, there are up to 100,000 new cases of obstetric fistula globally. This is a devastating but largely preventable health condition. Over 2 million girls and women worldwide are estimated to be living with untreated fistulas. WHO says, "Obstetric fistula is caused by obstructed labour that…
KATHMANDU, May 25: Commemorating the International Day to End Obstetric Fistula that falls on 23 of May every year, The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and the Ministry of Health and Population launched a national roadmap to eliminate fistula by 2030, developed under the leadership of the Department of Health Services. The roadmap outlines key priorities for prevention, treatment, rehabilitation, and social reintegration.
Press Release - Adelia's story is one of quiet suffering and resilience. "My clothes were constantly wet from urine or faeces and gave off a bad smell. The father of my children could no longer stand my presence and I couldn't run my business. I suffered for 10 years. I was ostracized and had to stay with my mother in the village.". These poignant words from Adelia, a survivor of obstetric fistula, bring to light the harrowing reality faced by countless women and girls. On this International Day to End Obstetric