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In a remarkable initiative, the Harari Region is providing free medical care to over 200,000 citizens. This summer, the "Kindness for a Healthy Community" campaign features volunteer health professionals offering essential screenings and treatments. With a focus on vulnerable communities, this effort addresses immediate health needs while fostering compassion. Discover how this campaign is making a difference and learn how you can join the movement towards a healthier community.

According to Ms. Munira Mahadi, a Natural Resources and Environmental Health Expert at the Harari Regional Health Bureau, improper disposal of liquid and solid waste can cause significant harm to natural resources and the environment. She emphasized the importance of proper waste management practices and urged the community to dispose of waste responsibly.

She further highlighted that promoting the use of latrines is essential for preventing communicable diseases and improving public health outcomes within the community.

Ms. Munira also noted the need to strengthen and improve waste management systems within health facilities to ensure a cleaner and safer healthcare environment.

The awareness-raising training was attended by health professionals representing various health facilities across the region.

A major step towards integrated digital health systems and evidence-based decision making.