Pages tagged “Mpox”
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Fighting the Next Pandemic with QR Codes: How Audiopedia Makes Vital Information Accessible in Central Africa
Under an old mango tree in the heart of a small village in Uganda, women and children gather around, listening intently to a voice emanating from a small speaker: "What are the symptoms of Mpox? How can you protect yourself?" The voice calmly and clearly explains what many here did not know until now. These vital health messages come from audio files made accessible via a QR code attached to the tree trunk—just a quick scan with a smartphone, and people immediately gain access to crucial health knowledge.
Written by Marcel Heyne
September 13, 2024 -
Empowering Communities with Critical Knowledge on Mpox
Mpox, formerly known as Monkeypox, poses a significant health challenge in many parts of the world, including Eastern Africa. To help address this, Audiopedia has created Mpox Audiopedia Access Points that empower Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) to disseminate essential information in local communities.
Written by Marcel Heyne
August 20, 2024 -
Autonomisation des communautés avec des connaissances essentielles sur le Mpox
Le Mpox, anciennement connu sous le nom de Monkeypox („variole du singe“), représente un défi sanitaire majeur dans de nombreuses régions du monde. Pour aider à relever ce défi, Audiopedia a créé des Points d'Accès Audiopedia Mpox qui permettent aux Organisations Communautaires (OC) de diffuser des informations essentielles dans les communautés locales.
Written by Marcel Heyne
August 18, 2024