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A Community Approach to Recovery
For 35 years, Endawok, an Ethiopian merchant, has fought podoconiosis—a debilitating disease that is widespread in Ethiopia.
Marked by severe swelling of the feet and crippling bouts of pain, it can leave patients unable to move—dramatically affecting their ability to work. Fortunately for Endawok and over 65,000 other Ethiopians, a long-running IOCC program provides treatment and prevention education.
Read more about how since 2010 your support has helped over a million rural Ethiopians confront podo and reclaim their health.