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A young patient suffering from peritonitis survived thanks to the mobilization of the entire surgical team. This example illustrates Zanmi Lasante’s mission: to save lives through solidarity and collective commitment.
At Cange, 27 young orphans and vulnerable children took part in a day of well-being combining education, games and psychological support. An experience that restored their confidence, dignity and hope for the future.
À Zanmi Lasante, nous soutenons les mères et les familles à travers soins, conseils et accompagnement communautaire, afin que chaque enfant en Haïti ait le meilleur départ possible dans la vie.
At Zanmi Lasante, maintaining links with communities is a daily mission. It is in this human closeness that trust, continuity, and our ability to care, despite persistent challenges, are born.
At Lascahobas, medical, social and food support has given the hardship-scarred Merilan back the dignity and stability he so desperately needed.
After specializing in pediatric surgery in France, Dr Adline Louis chose to return to Haiti. In Hinche, she treats children and trains the next generation of doctors. Between faith, science and commitment, her return illustrates the mission of Zanmi Lasante.
When it comes to healthcare in Haiti, discussions often focus on the lack of infrastructure, the scarcity of equipment or the overcrowding of hospitals. Yet the real backbone of the system is its professionals.
Péralte Louis-Jacques began as an orderly at Cange in 2003. Now in charge of the surgery department, he puts his 22 years of experience to work for patients, with an unwavering commitment to safe, humane care.
After four months without care due to the closure of the HUM, Kerline is resuming her cancer treatment at Cange. A return made possible by Zanmi Lasante’s commitment to keeping her patients in care.