Alex Abuk, Jhpiego’s HIV Advisor in Juba, maintains service delivery throughout turbulent times. While civil unrest roiled the country, Alex made sure that clients in five health facilities supported by Jhpiego had antiretrovirals.
Yasmeen Bano’s baby was coming early—and in a rush of blood. She was 7 months pregnant, and she began bleeding while visiting her parents’ home.
After 16 hours in labor, Ergoye Nega had made little progress. The health center nurse advised her to go to the hospital—her baby was in distress.
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