Sheikh Thani bin Abdullah Foundation for Humanitarian Services (RAF) dispatched medical aid to flood-hit areas in Java, an island of Indonesia. The project was financed by a Qatari woman. More than 500 families benefitted from the health services provided by a medical team. The beneficiaries were provided free checkups and medicines.
The medical team comprised two physicians, four nurses and four volunteers. The project was implemented in collaboration with Al Sela Charity organization, the local partner of RAF in Indonesia, and the local authorities.
A survey was conducted to find out the most affected areas, the type of diseases in the targeted areas after the flood and the medicines needed.
Several lectures were also given to create awareness about first aid and deal with the patients, especially children. “The medical aid helped poor people, created awareness and curbed the spread of fatal diseases caused by the flood,” said Ali Al Sadi, Chairman of Al Sela charity organisation.
