Change the lives of women and future generations

Maternal mortality remains a large public health issue and the main burden falls disproportionally on low-income countries. In 2023, every day over 700 women died of causes related to pregnancy and childbirth, with over 90% of these deaths occurring in low-income countries (WHO). The majority of these deaths are preventable with the right skills and essential medicines and medical supplies. And this is where International Health Partners (IHP), with your support, plays a vital role. 

In the past three years we have sent almost 60 shipments to 20 countries all over the world, containing essentials medicines to treat lifethreathening conditions in labouring women. One of these medicines is misoprostol, a medicine that is very cheap but can help stop post-partum hemorrhage (heavy bleeding after giving birth), the leading cause of maternal deaths. 

One of our focus countries for 2026 is Sierra Leone.  It has one ofthe highest maternal mortality rate in the world, with 1,360 mothers dying for every 100,000 live births (UNICEF). Behind this statistic are women losing their lives during what should be a moment of hope and new beginnings. These numbers represent not just lost lives, but grieving families and communities carrying the weight of preventable loss. These figures lay bare the daily realities confronting families, shaped by fragile health systems, poor healthcare practices, and sub-standard, ill-equipped facilities. 

Recognising the immense need, IHP has now partnered with a local NGO in Sierra Leone. Together we can provide holistic care for mothers so they can survive giving life. There are currently three shipments in the pipeline to be send to Sierra Leone, able to serve approximately 100,000 patients. 

Thank you for your generous support! 

Links:

• http://www.ihpuk.org