Delivering safe water in Gaza
Access to safe drinking water in Gaza is critical to prevent diseases and protect public health. To address the urgency, MENTOR delivered drinking water to around 9,000 displaced people across three shelters and displacement sites in Khan Younis last month. Our teams worked alongside camp committees and humanitarian partners to ensure regular access to 6 […]
IRS campaign protects over half a million people from leishmaniasis
A recent large-scale indoor residual spray campaign across 39 villages and 23 camps in Syria reached over half a million people at high risk of the neglected tropical disease leishmaniasis. MENTOR delivered the campaign between June and July spraying over 95,000 homes and 7,898 tents to help reduce the number of disease-transmitting sandflies and create […]
New malaria-control tool protects communities in Borno State
Over 31,000 Guardian™ spatial emanators were distributed to households in Borno State, Nigeria protecting around 42,000 people at high risk of malaria. An effective community engagement strategy ensured 100% acceptance from 7,745 households. In Nigeria, malaria remains one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality, accounting for the highest malaria burden globally. Approximately 24.3% […]
Training to reduce breeding sites and risk of diseases in earthquake-affected Venezuela
Last Friday, MENTOR delivered training on reducing vector breeding sites and the risk of diseases for shelter managers in Miranda State where people affected by the earthquakes are temporarily living. The training focused on how community awareness and engagement are key to prevent the spread of infectious diseases in emergency settings. MENTOR and the WASH […]
Epidemiological survey training ahead of new study in South Sudan
Study supervisors and surveyors from four refugee camps in Maban County, South Sudan, recently completed epidemiological survey training ahead of a three-year research study on filth flies and the transmission of diarrhoeal pathogens in humanitarian settings. MENTOR’s study will evaluate the effect of two innovative vector-control tools on filth fly populations with the aim of […]
Earthquakes in Venezuela
Following the earthquakes in Venezuela last Wednesday, MENTOR teams in the country have been assessing the situation and responding to the most urgent health needs. This includes supporting one of the few hospitals still operational in La Guaira by supplying essential medical consumables to meet increased patient demand and the growing need for trauma care. […]
World Dengue Day
Urgent action is needed to stop the spread of dengue – especially in humanitarian settings where inadequate waste management and poor sanitation increase the risk of transmission. This World Dengue Day we are calling for sustained, resourced programmes integrating vector control; water, sanitation and hygiene; and community-based healthcare to reduce the suffering caused by dengue […]
Strengthening health systems through an innovative humanitarian approach
MENTOR is working with local authorities and partners to strengthen health systems in northern Syria through an innovative humanitarian approach supported by Creating Hope in Conflict: a Humanitarian Grand Challenge Resources generated by innovative solutions that address health needs in communities affected by conflict are being invested into local services to improve access to essential […]
Nets donated to address rising rates of cutaneous leishmaniasis in Syria
MENTOR recently donated 2,728 long-lasting insecticidal nets to the Idleb Health Directorate, Syria to address the sharp increase in cutaneous leishmaniasis. Monthly reported cases have risen from around 2,500 to more than 5,000 in recent months. Southern Idleb remains among the most affected areas, particularly Ma’aret Al-Numan and Khan Shaykhun, where 2,628 new cases were […]
Neglected Tropical Diseases in conflict and humanitarian settings
A special issue focused on Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) in conflict and humanitarian settings has just been published in the International Health Journal. This collection brings together scientific articles, a systematic review, and case studies from countries including South Sudan, the Democratic Republic of Congo and Haiti, highlighting both the challenges and opportunities for NTD […]