Makoko is one of the largest slums in Lagos with high rates of malaria due to open water, poor housing, and overcrowding. This project will distribute 3,000 long-lasting insecticide-treated mosquito nets and malaria drugs to children, pregnant women, and older adults. In Nigeria, malaria kills more than 200,000 people yearly-many from low-income areas like Makoko. This project will help reduce new infections and give families simple tools to protect themselves.
Makoko is an overcrowded Lagos slum built on swamp water. Most homes lack mosquito protection, and people sleep without nets. Malaria is one of the biggest killers in this area, affecting children, pregnant women, and older people. Infections are made worse by poor drainage, stagnant water, and poor access to treatment. Most families can't afford proper nets or drugs, and the risks grow during rainy seasons when mosquito breeding increases.
This project will supply 3,000 mosquito nets and malaria drugs to vulnerable households in Makoko. Each net will protect two people while they sleep, and the medicines will be given to those already infected. Our medical personnel will carry out malaria tests, distribute supplies, and teach families how to use the items correctly. Follow-up visits will help ensure proper use. Children and pregnant women will be prioritized, as they face the highest risk of severe infection.
With 3,000 nets in use and hundreds of residents receiving malaria treatment, infection rates in Makoko are expected to drop. Families will spend less on hospital bills and miss fewer work or school days. Children will be less likely to fall sick during exam periods, and pregnant women will face fewer risks during childbirth. This project will also create local awareness about prevention methods and encourage long-term net use.
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