The “Phela u Phelise” project is a community-based stroke prevention initiative in Lesotho. Its primary goal is to prevent, manage, and reduce the impact of stroke while promoting accessible, high-quality stroke care for all Basotho. The project emphasizes self-management of stroke risk factors and equips communities with the knowledge and tools to improve cardiovascular health.
Objectives of the Project:
Assess the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of Berea communities regarding stroke through a pre-intervention survey.
Design and implement a comprehensive, community-focused stroke prevention program.
Conduct a post-intervention assessment to evaluate changes in knowledge, attitudes, and practices within Berea communities.
Target Population:
The project primarily serves the members of the Berea communities in Lesotho.
Partnerships and Funding:
The “Phela u Phelise” project is implemented by the National University of Lesotho in collaboration with the East London Foundation Trust and is funded by the Burdett Trust for Nursing. Ministry of Health Lesotho oversees the project implementation.