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Strengthening Health Systems and Services

Nurse Vilma Zacarias cares for a newborn baby at the United Methodist Chicuque Rural Hospital near Maxixe, Mozambique.

Photo: Mike DuBose, UM News

Our work is rooted in the desire for communities around the world to have access to strong health systems and life-saving medical care. We work with partners to rebuild and resource hospitals, clinics and health centers, deliver essential services where access gaps exist, and provide quality care when and where it is needed most.

Our Impact

See how we strengthened health systems around the world in 2024.

29

grants awarded
The work supported by grants spanned across four continents.

400,507

people reached with grants
Over 400,000 people benefitted from stronger health systems.

$2,702,415

grant dollars awarded
Grants supported UMC health boards, other UMC partners as well as faith-based organizations.

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UMC health facilities prepared and responding to mpox cases

The World Health Organization alert on mpox issued Aug. 14 was no surprise to UMC health facilities in East Congo. Their mpox patients have been increasing for months.
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UMC health facilities prepared and responding to mpox cases

The World Health Organization alert on mpox issued Aug. 14 was no surprise to UMC health facilities in East Congo. Their mpox patients have been increasing for months.
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Responding to food insecurity on college campuses

Funds from Human Relations Day offerings supply grants to UMC-related colleges and universities to address access to food and hygiene products on campus.
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Responding to food insecurity on college campuses

Funds from Human Relations Day offerings supply grants to UMC-related colleges and universities to address access to food and hygiene products on campus.
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United Methodist health care in Mozambique upholds tradition and expertise

Global Health unit staff visited health facilities to view improvements and discuss challenges in an area of the country hard-hit by cyclones in recent years.
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United Methodist health care in Mozambique upholds tradition and expertise

Global Health unit staff visited health facilities to view improvements and discuss challenges in an area of the country hard-hit by cyclones in recent years.
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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

Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH)

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

Disease Prevention

Expanding access to resources that diagnose, treat and eliminate disease

Previous Initiatives

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