Partner: International Rescue Committee (IRC) Period: September 2006 - September 2010 Funding: $28,000,000

USAID works with local health officials and citizens to improve access to vital medical care for residents of the earthquake-affected areas. USAID activities assist regional hospitals and health centers provide immunization against childhood diseases, prevention and treatment of pneumonia, diarrhea and malaria, provision of medicines, and care for obstetric emergencies.