Medical Advices | Practical Tips for Everyday Health and Well-Being

20.02.25 - Our new Waste Kills poster exposes the deadly impact of pollution. Burning trash, plastic waste, and contaminated water poison lives. Act now: recycle, stop burning plastic, and protect nature. Change starts with you—every action counts!

10.02.25 - Fair Future’s new anti-smoking poster highlights the deadly impact of secondhand smoke, killing 1.2M people yearly. Lung cancer, heart disease, and asthma—no one is safe. Protect your family and community. Every breath matters!

12.02.25 - A groundbreaking project starts in May: a 110m³ rain-fed reservoir in Laindatang. This two-month humanitarian engineering feat will provide sustainable water access. We’re excited to share this major step forward with you!

09.02.25 - Our missing Wise transfers (CHF 7,791) will finally arrive Monday after a 7-day delay—usually, it takes an hour. No explanation from Wise or BCV. A frustrating delay, but at least the funds for malaria programs are coming.

07.02.25 - A significant issue with Wise and BCV: Two transfers from Feb 3 (CHF 3,200 & 4,591) for malaria programs are "lost". We’re in full panic mode, investigating both sides and hoping for a resolution soon. We’ll keep you updated.

05.02.25 - The World Meteorological Organization confirms 2024 as the warmest year on record. The past ten years have all ranked in the Top Ten, marking an alarming trend of escalating global temperatures and climate instability.

03.02.25 - To cover internet, electricity, and admin costs for Rumah Baik and Rumah Kambera, Fair Future allocated CHF 800 (IDR 14.6M). That’s all—nothing more. Every other franc goes directly to life-saving fieldwork. Transparency matters.

03.02.25 - Today, Fair Future transferred CHF 4,950 (IDR 82M) for a significant malaria study in a high-risk village. This research, part of the #ZeroMalaria program, aims to develop life-saving solutions for affected communities.

03.02.25 - Fair Future has transferred CHF 3,200 (IDR 57M) to acquire 300 insecticide-treated mosquito nets lasting 5+ years. These nets will protect families in East Sumba, significantly reducing malaria risks and saving lives.

22.01.25 - Lapinu’s children walk dangerous paths for just five liters of dirty water. In her 90-second testimony, Ibu Ester shares their daily struggle. Fair Future is bringing clean water—but we need you. Watch, share, and take action now!

21.01.25 - For 3 years, Katrina has fought for her village’s health. Lapinu’s 300 people suffer daily from contaminated water. Watch her 90-second testimony and support Fair Future’s urgent clean water project. Health and dignity start with action!

13.01.25 -  We’re launching a vital Water Connections project in Lapinu, a village without roads, clean water, or electricity. With 300 lives at stake, we need your help to fund this urgent initiative. Please spread the word and support us today. Thank you!

10.01.25 - Fair Future has transferred CHF 23,529 to fund Q2 of Primary Medical Care in Indonesia, saving lives in rural communities. The final quarter remains unfunded. Support us today to ensure this vital program continues uninterrupted. Thank you!

09.01.25 - Ahead of the arrival of 2,224 SolarBuddy lamps, we’ve created stickers for water reservoirs. These explain how to use the lamps and care for the reservoirs, ensuring long-term benefits for rural communities. Simple and effective!

08.01.25 - Fair Future combats poverty and inequality with clean water, healthcare, and education. Programs like Water Connections build resilience and save lives. Join us to empower ultra-rural communities and ensure health and dignity for all.

30.12.24 - Fair Future’s 2024 Primary Medical Care program brought life-saving care to thousands in rural areas. Discover how tools like the Kawan Sehat app and medical backpacks ensure no one is left behind. Read our report to help expand in 2025!

15.12.24 - You can now download a payment slip with a QR code to make donations directly to Fair Future’s Swiss account. It is quick, secure, and supports our life-saving programmes.

12.12.24 -Swiss Review (Magazine for the Swiss Abroad), published six times a year, offers interesting articles. Whether Swiss or not, abroad or local, it’s worth a read! Check out the latest one in PDF here.

12.12.24 - Kawan Sehat health agents treat hundreds monthly in East Sumba’s remote areas. See stunning images of recent cases in this life-saving programme. It’s incredible work that is making a huge impact.

11.12.24 - The Rumah Kambera warehouse is set to expand! By 2025, it will house medical supplies, 2,200 SolarBuddy lamps, and feature a small lab dedicated to detecting waterborne diseases. Check out our plans here.

04.12.24 - Snake bites pose a major threat in East Sumba. Our new guide shares essential steps to manage bites, identify symptoms, provide first aid, and avoid complications. Learn life-saving tips for regions with limited healthcare access.

04.12.24 - We’ve published an article on managing dog bite injuries. Learn how to clean wounds, control bleeding, and prevent severe infections like rabies. Safe dog interactions and proper care can protect remote communities. Read more now!

20.11.24 - Antimicrobial resistance turns curable infections deadly. Fair Future educates communities, promotes responsible antibiotic use, and ensures access to clean water to combat this urgent issue and safeguard health for future generations.

19.11.24 - Mumps cases are increasing in rural Indonesia. Learn about its spread, symptoms, risks, and urgent steps to protect vulnerable communities through education and enhanced vaccination campaigns in our latest article.

03.12.24 - Discover our new article on TB in ultra-rural East Indonesia, driven by poor living conditions, limited healthcare, and malnutrition. Learn about its spread and Fair Future’s work in education, early detection, and treatment support.

22.11.24 - Dehydration endangers vital organs, especially in rural areas with scarce clean water. Learn key warning signs, prevention tips, and how Fair Future’s #WaterConnections initiative provides lasting hydration solutions to save lives.

21.11.24 - Antibiotic misuse has made common infections dangerous. Fair Future empowers rural communities through education, better hygiene, and improved medical care. Together, we can reduce this global threat and safeguard future generations.

15.11.24 - We’re working to establish a small laboratory at Rumah Kambera to conduct water testing first, followed by basic medical analyses. This project could transform public health and safety in a province lacking such resources.

06.11.24 - We’re excited to announce 2,024 SolarBuddy lights are on their way from Canberra, Australia! Soon, nearly 2,500 people in remote areas will experience light for the first time, thanks to this joint effort with SolarBuddy and Rotary.

05.11.24 - The Rotary Down Under magazine has published a 3-page feature on Fair Future Foundation (pages 41-43). We invite you to click this link to read more about our impactful work supporting vulnerable communities.

05.11.24 - Ayu and Alex are back from Surabaya with Truck n'Load, our new logistics vehicle. Soon, it will head to East Nusa Tenggara and East Sumba to strengthen support for our socio-medical programs in these remote regions.

05.11.24 - Kawan Baik Indonesia, with Fair Future’s support, is finalizing a 3-year collaboration proposal with East Sumba authorities. Starting January 1, 2025, this agreement aims to strengthen health, education, and social services in rural communities.

In a detailed letter, Alex analyzes recent events affecting the Foundation and outlines strategic next steps for our socio-medical programs. Read his reflections and vision for continuing our vital work in rural Indonesia.

Alex and Ayu of Fair Future received the Paul Harris Fellow Award from Rotary International, acknowledging their tireless commitment to supporting underserved communities and improving lives in ultra-rural regions of Indonesia.

After nine months of drilling, we halted the project in Laindatang. We’re moving fast to build a 110m³ water reservoir, ensuring access to clean water for 300 people. Plans and estimates are ready, and work starts soon​.

Arniyanti, a 14-year-old from East Sumba, has started crucial treatment under the care of Kawan Sehat. In areas with no healthcare, these health agents are providing her with life-saving support, ensuring hope amid challenging conditions.

We are developing 4 new campaigns focused on smoking risks, environmental preservation, sexually transmitted diseases, and alcohol dangers. These initiatives aim to educate and promote healthier lifestyles in rural communities.

In parts of East Sumba, child malnutrition affects up to 80% of the population. Fair Future's nutrition program combats this crisis, focusing on providing healthy meals and education to prevent long-term health impacts.

Despite a surge in malaria cases, local authorities in East Sumba have no access to vital treatments. Fair Future steps in to provide life-saving care, but the lack of government resources remains a critical challenge.

Malaria remains a constant threat in East Sumba, impacting thousands. Fair Future's #ZeroMalaria program provides treatment, prevention, and education, saving lives in regions with little to no access to healthcare facilities.

This week, the "Kawan Sehat" health workers, attached to the Primary Medical Care Program, treated and provided valuable medical care to nearly a hundred patients from the most isolated areas, the majority of whom were children. Incredible!

Our new truck, "Truck n'Load," is nearly complete. Surabaya is undergoing bodywork to install a 2000-litre tank for storing clean water for rural villages. After that, it will be decorated in the colours of the foundation.

Fair Future Foundation's updated mission document, which focuses on healthcare services, is now available for download in French and English. This marks a new phase in the Foundation’s operations. We invite you to read our Mission here.

Our #PrimaryMedicalCare program's second-year report is now available! It examines the progress and obstacles encountered while providing vital medical aid to those without access in East Sumba. We invite you to read its contents and share any reflections with us.

Fair Future enhances its Child Protection Policy, dedicated to upholding children’s rights, preventing harm, securing educational access, and ensuring well-being in all humanitarian actions, protecting vulnerable young lives in rural areas.