The war in Ukraine has left a lot of people without access to critical medications. Before the war, the cost of medicine was declining and access to medical care was improving; but that all changed.
According to a World Health Organization survey, the medicines most difficult to obtain have included those for high blood pressure (49%), heart conditions (49%), pain (41%), sedatives (33%) and antibiotics (32%). The main reasons for not getting medicine included the increased price of medicine (84%) and the unavailability of medicines at the pharmacy (46%).
Throughout the war, JRNU has coordinated with medical providers, pharmacies and donors, to address these shortages. Our partner, Americares sent 4 containers of critical supplies into Ukraine, including penicillin, prenatal vitamins, bandages, emergency treatment kits, IV fluids, wound care supplies and more. These items have saved thousands of lives all across the country.
JRNU maintains a database with more then 10,000 individuals we regularly serve with prescription and non-prescription medications to address a broad range of maladies. All items are provided at no cost to the Ukrainians, thanks to generous donors.
