Akuch Deng Dut, a mother who has tragically lost three children to infant-related deaths, is now pregnant with a fourth child and battling Anemia. Akuch’s situation is urgent. She needs immediate financial support for her prenatal visit to the hospital, necessary medicines, and nutritious food to improve her health before birth. Her condition is critical, having already suffered a fall due to dizziness. You can view more of her pictures with injury on her arm in our gallery. Anemia can lead to severe complications and death due to the lack of access to vital medications and nutritious foods necessary for her pregnancy.
Gestational anemia is not just a health issue but a severe public health crisis in South Sudan. It is one of the leading causes of death for many South Sudanese mothers. Untreated anemia can lead to miscarriage, having tiny babies, heavy bleeding after birth, preterm birth, lower birth weight babies, stillbirth, and many other birth complications and deaths.
The impact is not just on the mothers but on the entire community. However, with the proper support, these deaths are preventable. Your contribution can be a part of this prevention, giving hope to Akuch and many others.
It’s important to understand that gestational anemia is not just a health issue but a complex problem with multiple contributing factors. Socio-economic factors, along with nutritional deficiencies of iron, folate, and vitamin B12, play a significant role. Iron deficiency anemia, the most common cause of gestational anemia in South Sudan, is often a result of these factors. Your support can help alleviate these issues and save lives.
To save the life of Akuch and her unborn baby would only cost $200 till her delivery. Your donation, no matter the size, can make a significant difference. Your support is invaluable. It enables us to save the lives of many women and unborn infants in South Sudan. Your contribution is crucial in this fight against gestational anemia.