Shungu Health Center
Project Information
Comprehensive health systems strengthening and capacity building for Shungu Health Center in Kamina, DRC.
Describe the need affecting community
The Shungu Health Center serves a community of about 35,000 people in and around Kamina, capital city of Haut-Lomami province in the Democratic Republic of Congo. It offers maternity, pediatric and medical services, including malaria diagnosis and treatment, and nutritional rehabilitation for malnourished children. It also offers free care of over 600 people living with HIV and AIDS. Amid this life-giving work, there is a critical need for: improved infrastructure and maintenance; a steady supply of essential medicines; investments in medical equipment and wheelchairs; even linen and blankets for patients. Unfortunately, health personnel are not always paid and urgently need ongoing professional training to ensure quality services.
How will this Advance project help to address the need?
Funds raised through this Advance will help the Shungu center to continue, improve and develop its work with and for the community.
Describe the primary goal of the project
The main goal of Shungu Health Center is to prevent illness, promote health and to treat patients respectfully and effectively.
Describe the change you would like to see in the community as a result of this Advance project
When Shungu Health Center is well staffed, equipped and supplied, it ensures that all patients, especially pregnant women and children, receive the care they need. Another change is increased knowledge about health and nutrition in the community and a decrease in poor health and stigma.
Contact Information
Dr. Patrick Kilunji
drpatrickkilunji@gmail.com