Success Stories

 

“My journey of overcoming adversity is a source of inspiration for other young people.” Sérgio Gemusse Sérgio Gemusse, shared his story at a health fair conducted in the neighborhood of Molutasse, Alto Molócuè District. 

“I took the initiative to adopt PrEP to avoid contracting the HIV virus.” Arlinda Wilson

“PrEP helped me envision a brighter future for my son. Without hesitating, I made the choice to embrace it. I will do whatever it takes to ensure my baby is born healthy,” Jolinda Davane, Morrumbala District, Zambézia Province.

Adapted from the special June 2023 edition of FGH Breves, the official newsletter of Friends in Global Health, in celebration of Pride Month.

“Because of antiretroviral treatment, I'm still alive and able to take care of my children. I want to advise everyone in HIV care and treatment to follow the recommendations of their healthcare providers.” Amélia Francisco, Namacurra District.

“Thanks to the health providers that were working at the shelter at Eduardo Mondlane Secondary School, it was possible to have my antiretrovirals, continue my treatment and continue to live a healthy life,” Rita Diogo, who lost her home to Cyclone Freddy.

“The first time I heard about PrEP was through Quelimane FM radio. Days later, I received a visit at my house from a Prevention Champion who also talked to me about it and explained a bit more of what PrEP was. After the explanation he gave me about PrEP, he invited me to go to the health facility where I could talk with the SAAJ nurse for more information and understand if I was eligible to receive it.” Amélia Vasco is a 23-year-old living in Quelimane District and a new beneficiary of PrEP (Pre Exposure Prophylaxis) services.

Sónia in a consultation with nurse Estefânia Sebastião Carlos at the Inhangulué Health Center Sónia Miguel is a 36-year-old mother of five and a smallholder farmer.