Uganda:

Uganda currently hosts 1.3 million refugees and asylum-seekers, most from war-torn South Sudan and DR Congo. It’s the largest refugee crisis in Africa and there are significant challenges in the refugee settlements, including the health sector.

CRADLE Uganda:

Around 500 women and girls die every day from pregnancy and childbirth related causes in conflict/disaster affected countries around the world. Over 50% of maternal mortalities are caused by conditions that require the monitoring of a mothers vital signs, for instance blood pressure (BP) and heart rate (HR). However, in under-resourced refugee settlements, there is often a significant shortage of BP/HR devices and a lack of human resources. 

The CRADLE device is a new, life-saving semi-automated BP/HR device, designed to World Health Organisation standards for such settings. It has a unique traffic light system which can inform even a non-medical user if a pregnant woman is at risk or not. If the device light flashes red, this clearly indicates that the lady needs urgent treatment. This makes it ideal for Volunteer Health Teams who often have limited medical training. Furthermore, it’s robust, only costs £20 and has been tested more than most devices of its kind, proving to be amongst the most accurate! By distributing it to Volunteer Health Teams and clinics in the refugee settlements, we’re ensuring women with high-risk pregnancies are identified and referred for care quickly and effectively.