DRASA - Dr. Ameyo Stella Adadevoh Health Trust

DRASA - Dr. Ameyo Stella Adadevoh Health Trust We promote hygiene and adequate sanitation, reduce and prevent the spread of infectious diseases, and strengthen Nigeria’s preparedness for health emergencies

DRASA Health Trust is a public health organization working with government, local and international partners, community leaders, students, and health workers to promote hygiene and adequate sanitation, reduce and prevent the spread of infectious diseases, and strengthen Nigeria’s preparedness for health emergencies. DRASA was established in memory of the late Dr. Ameyo Stella Adadevoh. She identif

ied and contained Nigeria's first Ebola patient despite pressure from a foreign government to release him - preventing a major outbreak in Africa's most populous country - but lost her life in the process. Through DRASA, we continue her legacy of protecting public health.

We've heard a wide range of opinions while engaging with community members across Nigeria, and we’re sure you have too. ...
18/07/2025

We've heard a wide range of opinions while engaging with community members across Nigeria, and we’re sure you have too. These 5 slides represent just a small sample of the beliefs that many Nigerians hold. Have you heard any of these before? Share what you've encountered and encourage those who hold them to reconsider. Information is power.

One of the wonderful aspects of developing Health Champions is the diverse individuals we encounter, each with their own...
17/07/2025

One of the wonderful aspects of developing Health Champions is the diverse individuals we encounter, each with their own unique experiences.

Sanni Akeem is an Islamic cleric who strongly believes that stigmatization and discrimination should not exist in any area of life, especially in health. He recognizes that diseases and infections do not discriminate based on gender or religion; hence, people should not be discriminated against because of their health conditions. He showed true courage and empathy when faced with the case of a neighbour's child who had been tagged a witch simply because of a long-standing illness. Wonder how he fought through the resistance?

Read his story here: https://bit.ly/HC-Story

This week we’re at the Africa Primary Health Care Forum (APHCF) in Abuja, dedicated to transforming primary health care ...
15/07/2025

This week we’re at the Africa Primary Health Care Forum (APHCF) in Abuja, dedicated to transforming primary health care (PHC) systems across the African continent, addressing critical challenges, and identifying innovative solutions for strengthening PHC.

We presented a poster presentation titled "Comparative Analysis of Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Performance Across Primary Healthcare Facilities in Lagos State, Nigeria" where we shared findings and results from our work.

We’re excited this forum provides an opportunity to learn from our collective experiences and contribute to strategies to improve health care delivery at PHC facilities.

Are you a young Nigerian passionate about public health?DRASA, in collaboration with Alliance for Sustainable Livestock,...
14/07/2025

Are you a young Nigerian passionate about public health?

DRASA, in collaboration with Alliance for Sustainable Livestock, is organizing a five-month program focused on One Health leadership. This program will be offered both virtually and in-person for youth-led organizations and professionals addressing health emergencies and antimicrobial resistance (AMR).

Join this initiative and become part of a network that is driving change towards integrating a One Health approach in emergency preparedness and combating antimicrobial resistance.

For more information, please read the flyer and click the link to apply: https://drasatrust.org/youth-palli/

When cleaning, we often concentrate on the larger and more visible items in our surroundings, but we tend to overlook ev...
11/07/2025

When cleaning, we often concentrate on the larger and more visible items in our surroundings, but we tend to overlook everyday objects that can host a surprising amount of germs, similar to a petri dish.

Items like your phone case, TV remote, and light switches are silent carriers of harmful germs that can lead to illnesses.

This weekend, while you are cleaning your home, remember to wipe down these objects and replace any items that need changing as well.

Prevent the buildup of germs to avoid getting sick.

Zoonotic diseases are infections that can be easily transmitted from animals to humans, and they are more prevalent than...
07/07/2025

Zoonotic diseases are infections that can be easily transmitted from animals to humans, and they are more prevalent than many people realize.

From Lassa fever to rabies, these diseases highlight the deep interconnectedness between human and animal health.

Close contact between humans and animals, along with poor hygiene practices, increases the risk of zoonotic disease outbreaks. We can help reduce the spread of these diseases through education, early detection, and proper hygiene practices.

Preventing outbreaks of zoonotic diseases begins with ensuring the health of all animals.

04/07/2025

If germs could talk, what do you think they would say?

The Klebsiella bacteria has a message for you. Watch this short clip.


04/07/2025

If germs could talk, what do you think they would say?

The Klebsiella bacteria has a message for you. If germs could talk, what do you think they would say?

The Klebsiella bacteria has a message for you. Watch this short clip.


Our June Newsletter is out!In this newsletter, we shared notes from our field activities this quarter, from our work wit...
03/07/2025

Our June Newsletter is out!

In this newsletter, we shared notes from our field activities this quarter, from our work with Food Safety Officers in Oyo State to more interesting stories of impact from our Health Champions.

Subscribe to our newsletter to stay up to date.

Click the link to start: https://bit.ly/3TTHHxL

From changing diapers to cleaning scraped knees, simple actions at home can stop the spread of infections.That’s why lea...
02/07/2025

From changing diapers to cleaning scraped knees, simple actions at home can stop the spread of infections.

That’s why learning basic hygiene and safety habits to stop the spread of infectious diseases matters for everyone, not just healthcare workers.

What trusted hygiene tips do you know of? Share with us in the comment section.

Today, we decided it's only fitting we join the trend to break some tables...and some bad habits 😉.Remember, healthy hab...
27/06/2025

Today, we decided it's only fitting we join the trend to break some tables...and some bad habits 😉.

Remember, healthy habits equal healthier lives. Stay safe.

Ever wondered what DRASA is up to in the public health space?Take some time to read through our blog posts about our int...
26/06/2025

Ever wondered what DRASA is up to in the public health space?

Take some time to read through our blog posts about our interventions in various communities and our approach to policy advocacy to improve the health of all.

Our blog posts have all the gist and insights into our work.

Click the link to start: https://drasatrust.org/news/

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Our name (DRASA) is an abbreviation of Dr. Ameyo Stella Adadevoh, the courageous doctor who diagnosed and contained the first case of Ebola in Nigeria though she had never seen an Ebola patient before. When threatened by Liberian officials who wanted the patient - a diplomat - to be discharged to attend a conference, she resisted the pressure and said, "for the greater public good" she would not release him. Her efforts prevented a major Ebola outbreak in Africa’s most populous country, but as a result she contracted the virus and lost her life.

DRASA was established to continue her legacy of protecting public health.