MENTOR responds immediately to meet the health needs of people affected by rapid onset emergencies, such as natural or man-made disasters. We prioritise the health needs of displaced people, who are most vulnerable to the challenges of accessing healthcare. Our fast and targeted interventions aim to control diseases and mitigate the impact of emergencies on public health.
MENTOR delivers large-scale activities to control disease transmission in emergency situations. This includes vector control measures to prevent outbreaks of vector-borne diseases, such as malaria, cholera and dengue fever.
We also ensure clean water and sanitation facilities are available to reduce the risk of water-borne diseases. Rapid response networks are set up to address clinical needs, mobilising medical professionals, resources and expertise to provide timely and effective healthcare in affected areas.
The provision and distribution of medical supplies to remote and poorly serviced areas is integral to the emergency health response. It is critical that people have access to essential medicines, equipment, and supplies, particularly where healthcare infrastructure may be damaged or inaccessible.
By delivering these resources to the point of care, we help bridge the gap in healthcare delivery and support affected communities to recover and rebuild.
Recent examples of our emergency health response include:
- Flooding in Maiduguri, Nigeria, (2024)
- Cyclone Chido in northern Mozambique (2024)
- Sudan refugee crisis in South Sudan (2023)
- Earthquake in Syria (2023)
- Conflict in Ukraine (2022)
In each of these situations, we mobilised our teams and resources to provide immediate medical assistance, disease control, and distribute essential healthcare supplies to where they were needed most.
These experiences have further strengthened our capacity to respond effectively to rapid onset emergencies and contribute to reducing suffering and saving lives.