Health & Sanitation
Within the Chiefdom of approximately 12,000, there are two clinics, in Gbaiima-Songa & Senbehum Mamangewoh. None are permanently manned by a doctor; however there are medically trained health workers (Nurses) at both sites. Both are under the hospices of the Bo District Health Medical Team. One health clinic structure, designated for women and children only, exists in Gbaiima-Songa, however the structure is decapitated with extensive black mold present. It is generally unsecure and has inadequate antiquated equipment. This poses a greater heath risk for the sick or pregnant woman. During the Ebola crisis the village leadership did their best to outfit the clinic in order to address the Ebola and minimize the exposure. Staff spent significant time assessing the clinic status and readiness. The clinic was not up to the minimum standard to adequacy address Ebola patients or the pregnant woman. In fact it appeared to display a bigger risk of spreading the deadly disease. To the best of our knowledge the government has not invested in the maintenance or renovation of the clinic. Most people in need of serious medical attention will make their way to the side of the main road with the hopes a vehicle passing will offer them a ride to the nearest town where medical attention possibly can be received. Unfortunately, with the contamination stigma of Ebola receiving a ride is very unlikely. It is more likely that people will remain at home and receive treatment from undertrained or traditional healers or not be treated at all. In early 2017 CODU provided Gbaiima Chiefdom with a fully functional ambulance. The ambulance will be used to transport the sick to the nearest hospital when required. It will also act as a mobile ambulance, patriotically going to some of the remote locations in the chiefdom to meet and treat the people where they are. This will also address the issue of lack of mobility.CONTACT US OUR FOCUS AREAS