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Nets funded 280,783,679
People protected 505,410,622

Distributed by Red Cross

The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies is a network of 183 National Societies worldwide. Our headquarters are in Geneva, Switzerland, from where we provide members with technical, material, human, and financial support to better respond to emergencies and to major health problems.

LLINs

What is a Long-Lasting Insecticidal Net (LLIN)?

An LLIN is a mosquito net impregnated with insecticide.

The insecticide is cleverly bound within the fibres that make up the netting and is 'slow released' over a 4-5 year period. Hence 'long lasting'.

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Amh/Tig/Afar/Som, Ethiopia  

Nets: 6,000 LLINs
When: May-Jun 06
Distributed by  Red Cross    Red Cross


The LLINs will be distributed in the villages of JiJiga and Gode.

The malaria mortality rate in children is high in these regions. 60% of reported visits to the health services are due to malaria.

Distribution will prioritize Persons Living with HIV/AIDS(PLWHA) under our home based care program, pregnant women and <5 children.

Documentation

Map

Locations

A distribution sometimes takes place in a number of locations. Each location may have its own pictures and video.

Survey status

Surveys take place 6, 18, 30 and 42 months post-distribution. A survey of 50 households provides sample information on what proportion of nets continue to be used, if they are used correctly and the state of the nets.

  • Expected
  • Not expected
  • Very good/good
  • Acceptable
  • Not OK
  • Partner Refused
# LLINs LocationWhenStatus  Surveys
500   Afar: Asayeta May-Jun 06 Status
Not expected
Not expected
Not expected
Not expected
1,500   Amhara: Bahir Dar/N.Gonder May-Jun 06 Status Photos Videos
Not expected
Not expected
Not expected
Not expected
2,000   Oromia: 4 locations May-Jun 06 Status Photos Videos
Not expected
Not expected
Not expected
Not expected

Survey status

Surveys take place 6, 18, 30 and 42 months post-distribution. A survey of 50 households provides sample information on what proportion of nets continue to be used, if they are used correctly and the state of the nets.

  • Expected
  • Not expected
  • Very good/good
  • Acceptable
  • Not OK
  • Partner Refused
# LLINs LocationWhenStatus  Surveys
1,000   Somali: JiJiga, Gode May-Jun 06 Status
Not expected
Not expected
Not expected
Not expected
1,000   Tigray: Mekele, Satit Humara May-Jun 06 Status
Not expected
Not expected
Not expected
Not expected

Distribution status

The bednet distribution programmes go through a number of different states from being manufactured to being installed over a head/bed:
  • Being manufactured
  • Ready at factory
  • En-route to country
  • Arrived in country
  • En-route to zone
  • Being distributed
  • Distribution complete

Survey status and net condition

Surveys take place 6, 18, 30 and 42 months post-distribution. A survey of 50 households provides sample information on what proportion of nets continue to be used, if they are used correctly and the state of the nets.

   Survey status
  • Expected
  • Not expected
  • Partner Refused
   Net condition
  • Very good/good
  • Acceptable
  • Not OK

Somali: JiJiga, Gode, Ethiopia

 

Status Distribution complete Distribution complete

Donation to Distribution: We match specific donations to specific distributions. The donations listed below add up (or will add up) exactly to the cost of the distribution. more...

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 Sponsor/DonorLocation CountryMessage Amount 
howard engers Addis Ababa Ethiopia CHF120.00
Linda Gerstung Park City Ethiopia Thanks for your dedication Sam! US$20.00
Pierre Lambert Sciez France Merci David , merci aussi a ton equipe (Manon e… €30.00
Perrine von Bachmayr 75003 France €30.00
Tina Do London England Fantastic cause...wish u luck babe AUD32.05
KDR Lidingö Sweden Swim like Forrest Gump! US$18.00
peter schori medicine hat Canada US$40.00
Ann McMahon Perth Canada Good luck Erin. CAD10.00
Sleeping Sister Hong Kong Hong Kong £20.00
Your Family Park City USA Go Talie! Swim the mile! You can do it. US$100.00
Anchustegui Family Park City USA Congratulations to all of you for taking part. US$50.00
Anchustegui Family Park City USA You can do it! Good Luck US$25.00
Victoria Shabanian Glendale USA You go girl! US$100.00
Leanne Carter Evanston USA Don't panic; you'll scare the fish. Good luck! US$10.00
L Carter london England have fun! £3.85
Dr E. Bland london England £3.85
F Sorrentino London Italy £3.85
S Lam London England £6.41
Anonymous ... Worldwide US$20.00
M Curras Lino London Spain Good Luck! £3.85
Dr R. Radman London England Keep strong! £64.10
lazhome Orpington England Stamina & determination is what counts! Go for… £64.10
Erica New York USA Glad to know you're doing this. Add oil!!! US$10.00
Patrick Downes Los Angeles USA Only if I get the video! US$150.00
Lorna Wainman Brantford Canada We are all cheering for you, Denise CAD25.00
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