The distribution of personal protective equipment (PPE) along with a health education program targeting vulnerable families and high-risk groups in Duhok Governorate, coordinated with the Duhok Health Department, is expected to help reduce the percentage of new COVID-19 cases and to limit the spread of the virus, especially among the above-mentioned groups.
CAPNI will target the high-risk groups in Duhok Governorate in coordination with the Duhok Department of Health (DOH). High-risk groups include people with low immunity such as the elderly, people with chronic diseases, cancer patients and blood diseases.
CAPNI is supporting the DOH Duhok by providing PPE kits (comprising masks, gloves, alcohol sensitizers and disinfectants) to be distributed to the target groups (approximately 500 people with risk factors).
In addition, a short session will educate beneficiaries about COVID-19, including how to properly use the PPE kits and its important role in preventing COVID-19.
As part of the project, our doctor will examine the suspected cases among the participants and refer them for a test for COVID-19.
To carry out the said activities, the DOH Duhok will assign a public health doctor to work in the Department of Preventive Medicine, in coordination with CAPNI, which will remunerate this doctor.
CAPNI will also provide the necessary logistics such as transportation, printing costs and others.
The target group is 500 people and the criteria for the beneficiaries are.
1. The individuals live in Duhok Governorate.
2. People from high-risk groups, ie
a. Elderly people.
b. Have chronic illnesses.
c. Have illnesses that weaken the immune system, such as cancer, blood disorders, or taking medications that weaken the immune system.
3. Priority will be given to vulnerable groups that are.
a. People with special needs.
b. People with low socioeconomic status.
c. The old people in the daycare center.
