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Objectives of presentation
1. To highlight the supply chain barriers to successful IFA supplementation 2. To present experiences from our programs about supply chain considerations we prioritise and focus on to ensure uninterrupted, timely, adequate and quality stocks of IFA
Presentation outline
1. MI program theory of IFA supplementation programs
2. Supply chain barriers to IFA supplementation 3. Mitigation strategies countries 4. Key questions for discussion
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Coverage
Do intended recipients receive the IFA?
Utilization
monitoring
Delivery system
Accessibility to target group Capacity strengthening of health workers
Demand
BCI to promote program Good quality supplements Mechanisms to improve utilization of complete course
Evaluation
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Budget Procure Store Ship to HC HC: Ship to HP Inform District HP: Ship to CHW Inform HC CHW: Distribute 12 Inform HP
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Strengthening the coordination mechanisms of all the key stakeholders to ensure frequent consultative meetings intended to streamline IFA supply chain issues.
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What would be the consequence on the supply chain issues of layering calcium supplementation onto a weak IFA program?
Acknowledgements
Micronutrient Initiative
Ministries of Health CIDA