Case Studies
These case studies represent examples of our work in partnering with ministries of health and strengthening health systems, including challenges, successes and lessons learned.
Success in Malaria Control in Mozambique
Malaria is the most common cause of death in Mozambican children. We worked with the Ministry of Health to provide technical support to strengthen the National Malaria Strategic Plan. var LEO_HIGHLIGHTS_INFINITE_LOOP_COUNT =… Read
Integrating Child Spacing with Maternal Care in Timor-Leste
In 2006, when HAI launched a program to promote the healthy timing and spacing of children in Timor-Leste, maternal mortality was estimated at 660 per 100,000 live births. Infant mortality was 80 to 90 per 1,000 live births, and 120 children per 1,000 died before… Read
Scaling Up Antenatal Syphilis Testing in Mozambique
Integrating health services into routine care requires action on multiple levels, including leadership and policy, delivery systems, donors and the community. The Ministry of Health in Mozambique has achieved a 95% screening rate for syphilis among pregnant women since… Read
Expanding HIV/AIDS Services for Pregnant Women in Côte d’Ivoire
In 2007, women in the northern part of Côte d'Ivoire had to visit multiple sites to piece together testing and care for HIV/AIDS. HAI partnered with the Ministry of Health to expand HIV services for pregnant women, with good results.… Read