Programs & Services - Dire Dawa Health Bureau
Dire Dawa Health Bureau

Programs & Services

Delivering comprehensive, equitable, and high-quality healthcare to the residents of Dire Dawa. Explore our major public health initiatives, clinical services, and administrative support structures designed to keep our community healthy and safe.

Maternal and Child Health
Flagship Program

Maternal, Newborn & Child Health (MNCH)

Our MNCH program is dedicated to reducing maternal and infant mortality by ensuring every mother has access to skilled care before, during, and after childbirth. We provide comprehensive antenatal care, safe delivery services, and essential immunizations for children under five.

  • Antenatal & Postnatal Care
  • Immunization & Vaccination
  • Growth Monitoring & Nutrition
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Disease Prevention and Control
Public Health

Communicable Disease Control

We actively combat the spread of endemic and epidemic diseases through robust surveillance, rapid response, and community education. Our programs focus on the "big three" (HIV/AIDS, TB, Malaria) as well as vaccine-preventable diseases like measles and polio.

  • HIV/AIDS Testing & ART
  • TB & Leprosy Control
  • Malaria Prevention & Treatment
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Emergency Response
Readiness & Response

Public Health Emergency Management

Through PHEM, we ensure the region is prepared for and can rapidly respond to public health threats, including outbreaks, chemical spills, and natural disasters. We maintain an early warning system and deploy rapid response teams to contain threats at their source.

  • Epidemic Early Warning (EWARS)
  • Outbreak Investigation
  • Cross-border Surveillance
Emergency Response Details
Facility-Based Care

Clinical & Medical Services

Comprehensive diagnostic, therapeutic, and rehabilitative services delivered across our network of health centers and referral hospitals.

Outpatient Care

Outpatient & Inpatient Care

General medical consultations, emergency triage, and specialized inpatient ward care for adult and pediatric patients.

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Laboratory Services

Laboratory & Diagnostics

Advanced hematology, chemistry, microbiology, and molecular diagnostics (including HIV viral load and TB GeneXpert).

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Blood Bank

Regional Blood Bank

Safe blood collection, typing, testing, and storage. We ensure a reliable supply of blood products for emergencies and surgeries.

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Pharmacy

Pharmacy & Dispensing

Safe procurement, storage, and dispensing of essential medicines. We ensure rational drug use and availability across all clinics.

Essential Drug List
Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation & Physiotherapy

Physical therapy, occupational therapy, and palliative care services designed to restore function and improve quality of life.

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Mental Health

Mental Health Services

Integration of mental health into primary care, providing counseling, psychiatric evaluation, and substance abuse support.

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Operational Support

Administrative & Public Services

Behind every health program is a framework of administrative services ensuring transparency, efficiency, and public satisfaction.

HR & Career Opportunities

Manage workforce development, staff licensing, and civil service employment within the regional health sector.

Finance & Procurement

Budget execution, financial reporting, and transparent procurement of medical supplies and facility equipment.

Health Insurance (CBHI)

Coordination of Community-Based Health Insurance to ensure financial protection and universal access to care.

Grievance & Ethics Office

A dedicated channel for public complaints, whistleblower protection, and enforcement of the citizen service charter.

Facility Licensing

Inspection, licensing, and regulation of private clinics, pharmacies, and rural health posts to ensure quality standards.

Planning & M&E

Strategic health planning, data collection, and monitoring & evaluation of regional health sector performance.