Somerled Foundation

Overview

The Somerled Foundation, later renamed ChildAlive, is a U.S. nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting child and family health in disadvantaged countries. It was founded by Donald Ian "Mac" MacDonald in 2004. MacDonald is a pediatrician and former public health official with a strong background in children's health and drug abuse prevention.

History and Purpose

The organization focuses on supporting healthcare initiatives for children and families in poor communities. Under MacDonald's leadership, it aims to improve health outcomes and provide necessary support to vulnerable populations.

Founding and Activities

As a part of his extensive career, MacDonald also developed training courses for interpreting drug and alcohol testing results and founded Employee Health Programs (EHP), which provide drug testing services and counseling. He has authored several books and articles on raising healthy children and combating drug abuse.

Notable Facts

Despite the efforts of the organization, specific details about its current operations or impact are not widely documented. However, the organization's mission aligns with broader international efforts to support child and family health in underserved regions.

See Also

• Child Health Initiatives
• International Health Organizations
• Donald Ian "Mac" MacDonald

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