Programs
Public Health · Completed
Expanding Hepatitis Awareness and Support Programs in Juba, South Sudan
A comprehensive public health initiative aimed at improving access to viral hepatitis screening, care, and treatment through awareness campaigns, community engagement, and strategic partnerships.
- Where
- Juba Teaching Hospital
- When
- June to August 2024
- Reached
- 250 individuals
DASA and partners on World Hepatitis Day · Juba, 2023
Results
What changed
143 individuals screened for viral hepatitis, with 24% testing positive. Over 5,000 people reached through awareness campaigns.
Achievements
- 143 individuals screened for viral hepatitis (80% coverage of target population).
- Raised public awareness about viral hepatitis through radio talk shows, road drives, and ambassador training, reaching over 5,000 people.
- Engaged 75 PLHIV beneficiaries in a comprehensive health campaign, offering testing and treatment for multiple infections.
- Mobilized 25 hepatitis ambassadors and volunteers to support community health efforts.
- Supported 15 volunteers in providing free hepatitis screenings at Juba Teaching Hospital.
- Promoted the establishment of hepatitis treatment centers at key hospitals, improving access to care.
What was counted
- 143 individuals (69F; 74M) screened for viral hepatitis.
- 80% of the target population screened.
- 24% of individuals tested positive for viral hepatitis.
The work
What the project did
Objectives
- Improve access to viral hepatitis screening, care, and treatment.
- Increase public awareness about viral hepatitis prevention and treatment options.
- Strengthen healthcare capacity for long-term viral hepatitis management.
Activities
- Conducted awareness-raising campaign on viral hepatitis.
- Implemented viral hepatitis counseling and screening.
- Executed a Triple Elimination Campaign at Juba Teaching Hospital.
- Managed project implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.
- Conducted feedback interviews and impact assessment after 1-2 months.
Learning
Challenges and lessons
Challenges
- Limited resources and funding to expand initiatives to more locations. Solution: Apply for grants and funding, expand partnerships, and conduct fundraising campaigns.
- Logistical challenges in coordinating activities with multiple partners. Solution: Centralized coordination from MoH and conduct regular meetings.
Lessons learned
- Strong hospital management involvement was critical for success.
- Using road drives and IEC materials significantly boosted participation rates.
- Engaging trained and experienced health workers improved the quality of care.
- Follow-up care was significantly better at Juba Teaching Hospital, contributing to program success.
Keeping it going
- Establish mentorship programs for experienced health workers to mentor newer staff.
- Diversify funding sources and implement cost-efficient strategies.
Reports
- Final project report available.
- Financial reports submitted, no compliance issues noted.
To ask for a report, contact DASA.