maternal health Archives : Health Systems Strengthening Accelerator

Perspective: Building Liberia’s Blood System is a Journey of Collaboration and Advocacy

Photo caption: June 2023 meeting following the validation of Liberia's first national blood policy and strategy. From left to right: Thobekile Ndlovu, Apoorva Handigol, Dr. Onyekachi Subah, Minnie Sirtor Bowier, Samantha Durdock. Photo credit: The Accelerator

R4D’s Samantha Durdock reflects on the impactful partnerships that led to substantial funding and systemic changes in Liberia’s blood system.

Safe Blood Systems Combat Postpartum Hemorrhage and Improve Maternal Survival

The Health Systems Strengthening Accelerator team meets with key safe blood stakeholders in Liberia. Photo credit: the Accelerator

Timely, safe, and effective access to safe blood services can make the difference between life and death for a mother.

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