VOICED: MSF: Children's health getting worse in Dadaab camps

The transcript describes the dire conditions at the Dadaab refugee camp in Kenya, where families fleeing drought in Somalia face severe challenges. Health issues, particularly malnutrition, are prevalent among children, exacerbated by difficulties in accessing food aid. Overcrowding and inadequate resources further strain the camp's capacity, leading to difficult choices for families trying to keep their children healthy. The situation is dire, with high malnutrition rates and deaths reported, highlighting the urgent need for better support and resources.

What was the primary reason for the family's arrival at the Dadaab refugee camp?

• To reunite with family members

• To find employment

• To escape the drought in Somalia

• To seek better educational opportunities

What challenge did Mohamed face upon arriving at the camp?

• Language barriers

• Difficulty in registering for food handouts

• Lack of medical facilities

• Inability to find shelter

What did the rapid health assessment by Medecins on Frontier reveal?

• Malnutrition rates were lower among new arrivals

• Malnutrition rates were higher among those in the camp for two months

• There was no significant difference in health between new and old arrivals

• All children were healthy

What is one of the reasons families blame for the deteriorating conditions in the camp?

• Poor communication with NGOs

• Lack of educational facilities

• Cramped living conditions

• Insufficient medical staff

What is the concern of the NGO as more Somalis arrive at the camp?

• Overcrowding in schools

• Lack of employment opportunities

• Increased educational needs

• More children will become malnourished