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[ABOUT
AFRICARE-WHICO]
The World Health
Organization definition of "health" is the foundation
for AFRICARE-WHICO's Vision, Mission and Values Statements as well as
the Lines of Business. It states:
Health is a state of complete physical, mental, social well-being
and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
Vision
All AFRICARE-WHICO registered patients/communities will enjoy optimal
health. ("Optimal health" refers to maximizing an
individual's health and well-being in the context of their life
and its limitation.)
Mission
The AFRICARE-WHICO Health and Community Services will ensure that the
people of registered rural communities in Africa have access
to drug and medical services and programs enabling individuals,
families and communities to achieve optimal health.
Values
we believe...
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That all individuals deserve fairness, respect, and privacy.
• That all individuals deserve the right to participate
in making decisions that affect them in their pursuit of health
and well-being.
• In quality programs and services responsive to the needs
of individuals, families and communities.
• In a competent and committed workforce fostered through
an appreciation for individuals, team work and strong leadership.
• In developing and supporting partnerships to enhance
the health and well-being of individuals, families and communities.
• In being accountable to the people of rural communities
in Africa.
The goals of AFRICARE-WHICO:
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Offer medical education and outreach programs
• Supply medical referrals
• Maintain patient follow-up tracking
• Provide case management
• Introduce professional instruction on diagnostic procedures
and on screening /re-screening patients
• Monitor / evaluate the quality and effectiveness of the
programs
• Consolidate these goals into a continent-wide comprehensive
public health management plan developed with input from community
coalition
• Leverage information technology and western educational
theory
• Practice to transform institutions
• Training individuals who can be agents for public health
awareness in poor countries of Africa and elsewhere
AFRICARE-WHICO is committed to providing educational outreach,
needs assessment, curriculum development; medical evaluation
expertise and policy framework to public health communities
worldwide, including educational institutions.
AFRICARE-WHICO will provide these services in a collaborative,
multi-disciplinary manner incorporating practical concepts and
the most advanced educational and technological development.
The approach of AFRICARE-WHICO is to enable current and future public
health professional and community leaders to solve problems
using contemporary skills.
AFRICARE-WHICO - Providing Healthcare System that is:
People-Centered, Accessible, Affordable, Equitable, Quality
and Sustainable to the rural medically underserved poor communities
in Africa
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