Programs
Public Health · Completed
Collaborative Health Initiatives with Key Partners for Accessing Viral Hepatitis Screening, Care, and Treatment
A health initiative focused on improving access to viral hepatitis screening, care, and treatment through community involvement and direct implementation.
- Where
- Juba
- When
- June to August 2024
- Reached
- 200 individuals
Hepatitis screening project billboard · Juba, 2024
Results
What changed
137 individuals screened for viral hepatitis with a screening yield of 7.3%
Achievements
- 137 individuals screened for viral hepatitis
- Increased awareness about viral hepatitis among University of Juba students from 60% to 90%
- Enhanced access to viral hepatitis counseling and screening services for 87 individuals
- Improved health outcomes through the Triple Elimination Campaign, screening 56 individuals for viral hepatitis, syphilis, and HIV
What was counted
- 137 individuals (69F; 68M) screened for viral hepatitis
- 68.5% of the target population screened (137/200)
- 7.3% of individuals tested positive out of those screened
The work
What the project did
Objectives
- Improve access to viral hepatitis screening, care, and treatment
- Increase awareness about viral hepatitis
- Enhance community involvement in public health initiatives
Activities
- Conducted public health lecture on viral hepatitis, attended by 120 students
- Carried out viral hepatitis counseling and screening
- Implemented a triple elimination campaign at Kator PHCC
- Conducted feedback interviews and impact assessment after 1-2 months
Learning
Challenges and lessons
Challenges
- Limited access to remote areas due to poor infrastructure
- High levels of stigma associated with viral hepatitis
- Insufficient funding to scale up the project
Lessons learned
- Strong community involvement was critical for success
- Clear and consistent communication significantly boosted participation rates
- Engaging trained health workers enhanced the quality of care
- Sustained engagement and follow-up care are critical for long-term success
Keeping it going
- Establish mentorship programs for experienced health workers to mentor newer staff
- Diversify funding sources and use cost-efficient strategies
Reports
- Final project report available
- Financial reports submitted, no compliance issues noted
To ask for a report, contact DASA.