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Health and Hygiene<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Saving lives and preserving the health of the most vulnerable<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In both India and Nepal, the regions in which we are active are confronted with a significant lack of access to health care, both materially, geographically and financially.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One figure : A report by the World Health Organisation (WHO) reveals that 4.2% of India’s population, or more than 50 million people, fall into poverty every year because of high health costs.<\/h5>\n\n\n\n
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Karuna Shechen ensures the development of appropriate solutions to save lives, alleviate suffering<\/strong> and preserve the health<\/strong> of the most vulnerable.<\/strong> Our clinics and health posts are open every day, without interruption, offering diagnostic, general, specialised and alternative medical services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prevention being the best medicine, our teams redouble their efforts to raise awareness among our beneficiaries <\/strong>about malnutrition, menstruation, maternity, breastfeeding and infantile diseases. Finally, we offer farmers ways to improve the health of their animals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We work closely with local authorities<\/strong> to also intervene in remote community health posts through the provision of equipment and training of health workers.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Our impact in 2025<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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60, 210<\/strong> patients listened and cared for<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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4, 989<\/strong> animals treated<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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7<\/strong>, 429<\/strong> women and girls educated about menstrual hygiene<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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20 830<\/strong> people gained access to clear water<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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One of our programs in India<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Diagnose and treat all types of medical pathologies<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

In India, public hospitals lack resources, and private clinics are expensive. Due to a lack of awareness, residents can be unaware of certain diseases and the available treatments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our clinics are equipped to provide medical care and diagnose a wide range of conditions. They have a radiology department, a laboratory for testing and screening, and a pharmacy that dispenses low-cost medications. As a result, our clinics provide individualized affordable medical care, bringing together all aspects of patient care, from diagnosis to recovery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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We needed immediate help at a nominal cost. My son\u2019s timely X-ray at Shechen clinic made his immediate treatment and care possible. I do not know what would have happened without the clinic\u2019s services. I\u2019m extremely thankful for the help we received.<\/p>\nPriya, father of a 11 year old patient, Bodhgaya<\/strong><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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In 2025, 25,527<\/strong> people were treated at our clinics in India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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One of our programs in Nepal<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Building accessible and safe toilets <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

In South Nepal, the absence or poor condition of toilets prevents women and girls from maintaining safe hygiene\u2014particularly menstrual hygiene. The lack of adequate toilets in schools can lead to girls dropping out of school.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Local communities work side by side with our teams and local authorities to build these facilities. They receive our financial and technical support ensuring their long-term sustainability. In addition, our awareness-raising efforts encourage rural communities to use these toilets, restoring their dignity while protecting the environment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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To reach the toilets, I had to go 5 to 10 minutes away from my home, to the jungle and fields. It was full of risks and surprises: snakes, reptiles, and sometimes other wild animals. Other people could see me, I didn\u2019t feel safe. Now we have a toilet. Life is so much easier, I am very happy now. .<\/p>\nNeha, 16 years old, Kapilvastu<\/strong><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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In 2025, in Nepal, 172 <\/strong>toilets will have been built for 1,077 people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our method of intervention<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Our holistic approach <\/strong>puts our beneficiaries at the center of each project. We try to empower them through involvement and ownership of our activities, and by improving their skills and knowledge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our health services<\/strong> are continually adapting to meet the needs of those we serve. For example, we are creating new facilities, investing in new treatment and diagnostic equipment, and paying particular attention to the training of medical staff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Learn more about our Health and Hygiene programs<\/h3>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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