It is all but certain that Malawi will be hit by the COVID-19 epidemic very soon. Neighbouring countries have registered multiple cases already.
All who read this message will realize the huge stress the pandemic puts on countries across the world. Until now, mostly fairly affluent countries have been hit, countries with robust public health care systems, a large healthcare workforce, and high quality clinical facilities such as intensive-care units available. Yet, the impact is enormous across the globe.
In Malawi, hospitals are less well prepared for a pandemic like this. Understaffed, weak public health care facilities, poor availability of personal protective equipment and testkits and very few intensive care options are a daily reality. With the disruption of global supply chains, access to drugs and medical supplies becomes increasingly difficult and expensive.
Mulanje Mission Hospital with its reputation of good clinical care will likely see an influx of COVID-19 and other cases from the whole surrounding area. We are getting prepared to help those who seek our care, but require additional funds to do so effectively. Please consider a donation to help us making maximum impact during this difficult time.
There is a lot we can do. Health education to patients and communities; provision of infection prevention supplies such as soap and disinfectant, provision of protective equipment for health care workers and patients and strict adherence to infection prevention measures. For very sick patients extra oxygen concentrators and other intensive treatments are required and can make the difference between life and death.
As all around the world work together to control this crisis, please also stand with the people of Malawi and Mulanje and consider a donation, no matter how small.
£ 1, € 1,10 or $ 1,20 will provide a set of disposable personal protective equipment to one nurse, cleaner or clinician.
£ 1800, € 2000 or $ 2200 will provide one oxygen concentrating machine that will work on our solar system.
You can use these account details on our website or email the Medical Director. Many thanks from us all!
