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A toothbrush for a child in Myanmar

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A toothbrush for a child in Myanmar
Day 3
Dental hygiene for children in Myanmar

"We have everything we need," says 18-year-old Moe Moe, smiling. Everything - in her case, that means a happy and, above all, healthy life with her family. Ensuring good medical care in the small villages in the Irrawaddy Delta is a major undertaking. The journey to the doctor or the nearest clinic is arduous and unaffordable for most. The floating boat clinic is the only access to medical care for many. And this also affects their teeth. Even the youngest children struggle with tooth decay and other dental problems. Since the country opened up politically and economically a few years ago, products rich in sugar are no longer a rarity in Myanmar. Just like in Germany, children in the delta must learn how to protect their teeth and thus their health in the long term.

Dental hygiene for children in Myanmar
need
Dental hygiene and toothbrush sets for children in the Irrawaddy Delta in Myanmar.
activity
Children in the Irrawaddy Delta receive sets of toothbrushes and toothpaste as well as an introduction to proper dental hygiene.
Measurable performance
Number of children who received an introduction to dental hygiene and a toothbrushing kit.
Result
The children gain a basic understanding of dental hygiene and daily brushing reduces the risk of tooth decay and other dental diseases.
Systemically relevant impact
Prevention in the Irrawaddy Delta helps to improve general dental health and thus the overall quality of life of the people.
background

In the Irrawaddy Delta, the river is largely the only connection between small villages and the lifeline for millions of people. Due to these special geographical conditions, the region is less developed than the rest of the country. Many people live in difficult conditions and have only a low income and basic accommodation. In addition, there are hardly any doctors in the delta and the few clinics that exist are in very poor condition. In addition, the majority of residents simply cannot afford to see a doctor or go to a clinic.

The "Irrawaddy River Doctors" project uses a floating clinic to send Burmese doctors and nurses to the isolated areas of the Irrawaddy Delta. The team treats between 50 and 150 patients a day on board the ship, using a general practitioner's and dentist's office, a small laboratory, basic medicines and hygiene products. The mobile clinic spends 23 days a month on the Irrawaddy, visiting a new village every two to three days. Up to 16 villages are visited each month.

Irradwady, Myanmar
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The good deed

All children who are examined on the Irrawaddy River Doctors' floating clinic take part in the dental hygiene program. Today's good deed is an important step in establishing the program. In addition, each child receives their own toothbrush set after completing the program. They are also informed about how to brush their teeth properly and keep them healthy in the long term. Toothbrushes and toothpaste for the children in the delta can successfully improve the poor condition of their teeth. The awareness and education campaign can also create long-term sensitivity to this issue and prevent diseases.

AboutMyanmar
Naypyidaw
Naypyidaw
Capital city
53 370 609
53 370 609
Population
5.567
5.567
Gross domestic product per capita per year
148
148
Human Development Index (Human Development Index)

Myanmar is undergoing political and economic upheaval. However, the Irrawaddy Delta in the south of the country is hardly benefiting from this development due to its geographical location.
About the organization and further information

organization

artemed Foundation

Website

http://www.artemedstiftung.de

Transparent Civil Society Initiative

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