By The Global Mamas Family

Over the summer, as we received more and more news about the Ebola virus in West Africa, it became clear that we would benefit from knowing the facts about Ebola. Our training team quickly responded by pulling together a workshop and discussion program utilizing materials from the World Health Organization. In August, trainings were held in Ashaiman, Cape Coast and Krobo for all staff and Mamas.

The focus of the training was to provide us with the facts of the situation, dispelling some of the myths, and to allow all of us to share our fears. We thoroughly discussed how each of us can reduce the chances of transmission for both Ebola and Cholera (which is the major health challenge in Ghana right now) and protect our families. We also received a handout with factual information that we could share with our families and communities.

We remain grateful that Ebola has not made its way to Ghana and we pray every day for the safety of the children, women and men throughout West Africa.