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15.6 Million Bed Nets Distributed to Combat Malaria in Sudan

5/29/2025

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Health Agencies Unite

In a powerful response to the ongoing health crisis in Sudan, the Federal Ministry of Health, UNICEF, and the Global Fund have united to distribute 15.6 million insecticide-treated bed nets. This vital campaign seeks to shield vulnerable families from malaria, particularly during the rainy season, impacting the lives of approximately 28 million people amidst the turmoil.

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Sudan Faces Cholera Crisis

Sudan is grappling with a devastating health crisis, reporting over 60,000 cholera cases and 1,600 deaths since August 2024. The International Rescue Committee sounds the alarm on a looming public health disaster, exacerbated by crumbling infrastructure and mass displacement. Immediate global assistance is crucial to combat disease outbreaks and meet urgent humanitarian needs, as funding dwindles dangerously low.

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Health Agencies Unite

In a powerful response to the ongoing health crisis in Sudan, the Federal Ministry of Health, UNICEF, and the Global Fund have united to distribute 15.6 million insecticide-treated bed nets. This vital campaign seeks to shield vulnerable families from malaria, particularly during the rainy season, impacting the lives of approximately 28 million people amidst the turmoil.

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