IDF member since
2011
Number of members
538
Address
Medina 3 Tevragh Zeina, Medina 3 Tevragh Zeina, Nouakchott, Region de Nouakchott, 515, Mauritania
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About
The Mauritanian Association for the Fight Against Diabetes (Association Mauritanienne de Lutte Contre le Diabète – AMLCD) is a non-profit group of people with and without diabetes. It strives to provide a comprehensive and coherent response to improve the lives of people with diabetes.
It was officially established on 15 February, 2008.
Main Focus
- To advocate with health authorities, local officials and international organisations.
- To conduct awareness campaigns among the population.
- To organise mass screenings.
- To contribute to the reduction of risk factors for non-communicable diseases.
- To support health centres in the management of diabetes.
Activities
The Association carries out advocacy with health, administrative and municipal authorities for the effective management of diabetes and its complications.
- The opening of a diabetes centre is essential for people living with diabetes and to help inform the public about the condition.
- Celebration of World Diabetes Day – 14 November – with partners in Nouakchott and in regional offices.
- Organisation of a workshop to validate the five-year plan in the presence of representatives of the Ministry of Health, WHO, coordinators from the regional offices of the Association and healthcare professionals.
- Screenings in secondary schools and check-ups for children with diabetes members of the Association.