HEALTH CENTERS
CLEAN WATER, SANITATION AND STAFF HYGIENE PRACTICES ARE ESSENTIAL TO PROVIDING BASIC MEDICAL SERVICES AT HEALTH CENTERS IN MALAWI.
IN Malawi, 24 Percent of Healthcare Facilities Are Operating Without A Functional Water Supply.
When a health center lacks access to clean water and sanitation, it is nearly impossible for medical professionals to provide hygienic, safe care to their patients.
clean water is vital for hand washing, sterilizing equipment, and cleaning wounds.
Water is also crucial for patient hygiene and bathing, and for drinking, including taking necessary oral medications.
Most health centers in Malawi were constructed with a functioning water system; however, many have fallen into disrepair.
Breaks or leakages can cause inconsistent water supply or contamination. CORRODED PIPES ARE OFTEN BLOCKED, preventing ACCESS TO CLEAN, RUNNING WATER, IN SOME CASES FOR MANY YEARS.
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH ENGINEERS WITHOUT BORDERS, WE OFFER A comprehensive technical water system upgrade of health care facilities in Malawi.
we provide an in-depth technical assessment of the well, pump, storage and distribution system.
WE replace the AGED galvanized water distribution system with reliable, easy-to-repair HDPE pipes. WE REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN PUMPS, STORAGE TANKS, SINKS AND TAPS.
We install control valves at each connection in order to offer accessible maintenance solutions while maintaining a functioning system overall.
we train local systems operators in preventative care and maintenance of the water systems to ensure sustainability.
An improved water system at a rural health facility providing vital and life-saving clean water undoubtedly saves lives!
after the completion of a project, OUR TEAM EMPOWERS HEALTH CENTER staff TO PROVIDE a much higher quality of care to patients in a sustainable capacity.
