REACH Ethiopia, in collaboration with the Sidama Regional Health Bureau, is excited to announce the launch of the USAID Urban TB LON II – SWIF TB Initiative. This ambitious program aims to significantly reduce the burden of TB in Sidama region by:• Prioritizing Patient-Centered Care: Ensuring that individuals with TB receive timely, high-quality care tailored […]
REACH Ethiopia, represented by two senior staff, actively participated in the international meeting “Strengthening Advocacy for Enhanced Investment and Accountability: A Pathway to Ending TB in Africa” held in Lilongwe, Malawi 🇲🇼, from November 18-20, 2024.During the meeting, REACH Ethiopia shared its valuable experience with Community-Led Monitoring (CLM) and engaged in fruitful discussions on strategies […]
We’re thrilled to share that our team recently made a significant impact at the prestigious Union World Conference on Lung Health in Bali, Indonesia! This global gathering brought together leading experts to discuss the latest breakthroughs in TB research and advocacy. Our team proudly presented two groundbreaking studies that showcase innovative approaches to tackling TB […]
The World Health Organization (WHO) released a new report unveiling a concerning trend in the global fight against tuberculosis (TB). The report reveals a significant increase in newly diagnosed cases worldwide. In 2023, an estimated 8.2 million people contracted TB – the highest number since global monitoring began in 1995. While there has been a […]
USAID’s Urban TB LON-II SWIF TB Initiative, in collaboration with the Sidama Regional Health Bureau, successfully conducted an X-ray-based TB screening campaign in Wendo-Genet Woreda, Sidama Region, from October 8 to 18, 2024. Leveraging AI-powered, ultra-portable X-ray technology, the campaign screened 1,299 individuals from Key Affected Populations (KAP) in remote, off-grid areas. Within minutes, the […]
REACH Ethiopia is making significant strides in improving TB services in Afar Region’s Zone 3. By partnering with Expertise France and the Ethiopian Public Health Institute, we’ve implemented an approach using motorbike drivers to transport TB specimens. This innovative solution addresses the challenges of limited access to diagnostic services in remote pastoralist communities. Additionally, to […]
REACH Ethiopia has secured an additional $24 million as part of a modification to the USAID URBAN TB LON II Project, to implement the SWIF-TB Initiative. This flagship USAID initiative is being implemented in only two countries globally—Ethiopia and the Philippines—and is designed to address the high burden of TB within Ethiopia’s TB triangle. The […]
The USAID Urban TB LON II Activity has successfully trained a total of 80 Urban Health Extension Professionals from Primary Health Care Units of Addis Ababa to deliver comprehensive community-based TB care services. Through this TB integrated Refresher training (IRT), these professionals are now equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to significantly improve early […]
Awareness-raising activities are pivotal in the fight against TB, especially in vulnerable communities such as urban slums. These initiatives promote early detection, reduce stigma, improve treatment adherence, and foster community support, contributing significantly to the global goal of ending TB. The USAID Urban TB LON II project has empowered healthcare professionals to become effective TB […]
Building the capacity of laboratory professionals is crucial for accurate TB diagnosis and high-quality data. Through the USAID Urban TB LON II Project, we successfully trained 88 laboratory professionals from public and private health facilities in Dire Dawa and Harar. Previously, these trainings were given to laboratory professionals in Addis Ababa. This comprehensive training program, […]
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