Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Same Day Health Foundation Questinons

  • What is the mission of the Same Day Health Foundation

    The Same Day Health Foundation is dedicated to transforming healthcare access for over 2 million vulnerable Ugandans. It focuses on four critical areas: Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH), oncology services, sickle cell disease management, and school-based healthcare, aiming to strengthen healthcare infrastructure and service delivery in underserved regions.

  • What are the key areas of focus for the foundation’s programs?
    • The foundation’s programs target:
    • Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH): Improving access to clean water and sanitation.
    • Oncology Services: Enhancing cancer detection and treatment.
    • Sickle Cell Disease Management: Screening and treating infants.
    • School-Based Healthcare: Providing health services to schoolchildren.
  • How does the foundation align with broader health initiatives?

    The foundation’s work supports key U.S. Government priorities, including:

    • The President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR)

    • USAID’s WASH programming

    • The Global Health Security Agenda

    • CDC/NIH research priorities for Sub-Saharan Africa

    This ensures alignment with global health goals and Uganda’s self-reliance.

     

  • What are the foundation’s specific action plans?

    The foundation plans to:

    • Expand Same Day Hospital to 250 beds as a regional center of excellence.

    • Establish boreholes and sanitation systems for over 1 million people.

    • Deploy 3 oncology diagnostic centers to boost early cancer detection by 50%.

    • Screen newborns for sickle cell disease, targeting 85% treatment initiation.

    • Provide health services to 500,000 schoolchildren.

    • Create healthcare jobs for sustainable service delivery.

  • How does the foundation ensure transparency?

    The foundation prioritizes evidence-based interventions, community ownership, and digital health transformation. It complies with USG funding requirements, including 2 CFR 200 (Cost Allowability and Financial Management), ensuring accountability and sustainability.

  • What impact does the foundation aim to achieve?

    The foundation seeks to:

    • Improve healthcare access for over 2 million Ugandans.

    • Increase early cancer detection by 50%.

    • Achieve 85% treatment initiation for sickle cell disease in infants.

    • Serve 500,000 schoolchildren with health services.

    • Create jobs and enhance local healthcare capacity.

  • How can I get involved with the Same Day Health Foundation?

    You can:

    • Donate to support its initiatives.

    • Volunteer your skills in healthcare or community development.

    • Partner with the foundation if you represent an aligned organization.

    • Spread awareness about its mission and work.