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Disease Prevention

PREVENTING THE SPREAD OF DISEASE

A child receives a measles vaccine in Kindu, Congo, as part of an emergency plan to combat a resurgence of the disease there.

Photo: Chadrack Tambwe Londe, UM News

While many diseases are preventable and curable, lack of access to resources and treatment leave many around the world vulnerable.

In partnership with health boards and ecumenical partners, we educate and equip communities to fight diseases such as malaria, HIV and AIDS, mpox, cholera and more.

Our Impact

See how Global Health programs made a difference in 2024.

$932,674.62

grant dollars awarded
Over $900,000 grant dollars were awarded across two different disease prevention programs.

344,200

people reached
Disease prevention grants were used to positively impact the lives of over 340,000 people.

39

grants awarded
Across three different disease prevention programs, nearly 40 grants were awarded.

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World Health Day – focusing on the smallest of all

The theme for World Health Day this year is “healthy beginnings, hopeful futures.” Global Ministries supports whole health systems, giving newborns a good start.
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World Health Day – focusing on the smallest of all

The theme for World Health Day this year is “healthy beginnings, hopeful futures.” Global Ministries supports whole health systems, giving newborns a good start.
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Easing the water crisis in West Virginia

There are still places in the U.S. where communities live without clean water. On World Water Day, we give thanks for advocates who work for water justice.
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Easing the water crisis in West Virginia

There are still places in the U.S. where communities live without clean water. On World Water Day, we give thanks for advocates who work for water justice.
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Clinic in Honduras extends loving care to migrants

The United Methodist Mission in Honduras treats migrants for medical needs as they arrive in Danlí, offering love and a safer journey along the way.
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Clinic in Honduras extends loving care to migrants

The United Methodist Mission in Honduras treats migrants for medical needs as they arrive in Danlí, offering love and a safer journey along the way.
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Champion Our Global Health Initiatives

Learn how you can support and promote the UMC’s mission to ensure better health for everyone.

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Joyce Madanga Global Health Story

Hear from Joyce Madanga, Maternal Child Health Coordinator in Nigeria, as she shares how Global Ministries' Global Health support has made a meaningful difference in her community.
  • Maternal Child Health
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Abundant Health General Conference 2024 Video

Overview video on the work of the Abundant Health Initiative.
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Connecting the Church in Mission: Global Health

Overview video of Global Health and its work to strengthen health systems, prevent and treat disease, access clean water and sanitation, and care for vulnerable communities.
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Explore More Health Ministries

Learn about the vital work we’re doing to help people all over the world receive the health care they need.

Maternal, Newborn and Child Health

Providing essential care for women, newborns and children to reduce illness and death

Health Infrastructure and Services

Improving the quality of health services, medical facilities and care delivery for underserved communities

Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH)

Providing clean and safe water sources and improving sanitation facilities to promote better health

Previous Initiatives

Learn about other Global Health programs that have served countless people and made a positive impact over the years.