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On Sunday, 25 October, forty general practitioners and specialists involved in the Ebola response received diplomas of merit in Bunia, Ituri. The ceremony was organized by the Collective of Women’s Associations for Development (CAFED) to acknowledge the dedication of medical staff treating patients and to encourage continued participation in the outbreak response. The recipients came from various health facilities and central health office units within the region. CAFED highlighted that the award recognises the work of health professionals who operate under challenging conditions and face personal health risks while caring for Ebola patients. Isabelle Pendeza, president of CAFED, said the event was an opportunity to honour the humanity and commitment of the medical workforce. “Many doctors work under difficult circumstances in the fight against Ebola. This is a chance for us to encourage doctors and health staff to continue their efforts,” she stated. The awardees expressed appreciation for the recognition, noting that it validates their commitment to patients and the wider community. CAFED plans to honour additional categories of Ebola‑response actors in Ituri in the near future, as part of its broader project to involve women in the disease’s containment. Article source: Radio Okapi | Image credit: Radio Okapi
On Sunday, 25 October, forty general practitioners and specialists involved in the Ebola response received diplomas of merit in Bunia, Ituri. The ceremony was organized by the Collective of Women’s Associations for Development (CAFED) to acknowledge the dedication of medical staff treating patients and to encourage continued participation in the outbreak response. The recipients came from various health facilities and central health office units within the region. CAFED highlighted that the award recognises the work of health professionals who operate under challenging conditions and face personal health risks while caring for Ebola patients. Isabelle Pendeza, president of CAFED, said the event was an opportunity to honour the humanity and commitment of the medical workforce. “Many doctors work under difficult circumstances in the fight against Ebola. This is a chance for us to encourage doctors and health staff to continue their efforts,” she stated. The awardees expressed appreciation for the recognition, noting that it validates their commitment to patients and the wider community. CAFED plans to honour additional categories of Ebola‑response actors in Ituri in the near future, as part of its broader project to involve women in the disease’s containment.
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