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Partnership Overview

In a significant move to improve maternal health services, Axmed has formed a partnership with LifeNet International. This collaboration aims to tackle one of the leading causes of maternal mortality in Sub-Saharan Africa: postpartum hemorrhage (PPH). Recent studies illustrate that the visual estimation of blood loss often leads to underdiagnosis and delays in necessary interventions, jeopardizing the health of mothers during critical moments.

The Impact of Postpartum Hemorrhage

Postpartum hemorrhage remains a severe challenge, being the leading cause of maternal death in various regions of Africa. Health experts highlight that during postpartum care, standard procedures frequently result in miscalculations of blood loss, preventing timely and effective responses. This deficiency in care plays a critical role in the alarmingly high maternal mortality rates, calling for innovative solutions to improve health care delivery.

Ground-Breaking Study Findings

Amid these challenges, a pioneering study has demonstrated that the utilization of calibrated obstetric drapes can lead to early detection of PPH. Alongside a comprehensive set of first-response treatments, it has shown to reduce maternal mortality rates by an impressive 60%. This significant finding sets the stage for the newly formed partnership between LifeNet and Axmed, which focuses on making these innovative solutions widely available at health facilities.

Implementing Essential Changes

The partnership has already begun to yield positive results. At the Presbyterian Health Center in Fooshegu, Northern Ghana, where over 120 newborns are delivered each month, the clinic is now equipped with heat-stable carbetocin, calibrated drapes, and a variety of other essential supplies. Remarkably, this clinic has recorded no maternal deaths in recent months, showcasing the transformative impact of improved access to health products.

Commitment to Compassionate Healthcare

Santiago Sedaca, CEO of LifeNet International, expressed his enthusiasm about the collaboration, stating, "Our partnership with Axmed exemplifies how LifeNet is leveraging broader networks to facilitate compassionate and equitable healthcare access. Together, we are improving maternal and child health outcomes and striving to eliminate preventable deaths in Africa's most underserved communities."

A Unified Mission Across Continents

This partnership combines the strengths of both organizations: LifeNet’s deep expertise in capacity-building and community healthcare with Axmed's innovative procurement strategies. By merging their efforts, they aim to ensure that health facilities in underserved regions receive essential healthcare resources.

Felix Ohnmacht, Co-Founder of Axmed, emphasized, "Both LifeNet and Axmed firmly agree that essential care access should be a universal right, irrespective of geographic location. Our collaboration ensures clinics receive the necessary medications to provide life-saving assistance to mothers and their newborns. Our mission aims to efficiently transition access from mere promises to implementable systems."

About the Organizations

Axmed functions as a technology-driven marketplace focused on revolutionizing how medicines and health products are procured and delivered across developing nations. Through digitizing large-scale procurement processes, they enable direct access to an established network of suppliers.

LifeNet International is a unique network of community-driven health facilities operating across Africa. Their focus on professional training enhances the capabilities of local health workers, bridging gaps in knowledge and resources, ultimately saving lives in the communities they serve. With over 500 facilities in their network, LifeNet conducts over 12 million patient visits annually and protects the lives of thousands of mothers and newborns every year.

For more information, visit Axmed's website and LifeNet International's site.