Sudan: Emergency in the Contested Area of Abyei

January 6, 2011

People in southern Sudan, including the border area of Abyei, are grappling with chronic malnutrition, epidemics, and deadly diseases—on top of the continuing violence. MSF's presence in the region is extremely important, but escalating tensions have blocked people's access to what little health care is available.

 

 

Tags: South Sudan, Malnutrition, Ob/Gyn, Women's Health, Maternal Health, Paediatric Care, Child

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