Child Family Health International (CFHI): Exploring HIV & Maternal/Child Health in Kabale, Uganda
- Location(s): Uganda
- Program Type(s): Study Abroad, Internship, Volunteer, Research
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Complete a medical rotation in Kabale, Uganda. The country is sadly in the top 20 in terms of infant and maternal mortality rates. The vast majority of women give birth without the assistance of anyone medically trained and in unequip... read more
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a medical rotation in Kabale, Uganda. The country is sadly in the top 20 in
terms of infant and maternal mortality rates. The vast majority of women give
birth without the assistance of anyone medically trained and in unequipped
facilities. Because of other health related issues, many pregnancies and
births are complicated.
Volunteers will also help address the issue of HIV/AIDS in the area. Many
cases are from mother to child transmission. Participants can help inform the
population of ways to prevent this. They will also teach local Africans about
health and nutrition to help with overall health.
The program starts at four weeks but can be extended to eight weeks or
longer. Volunteers will gain experience by participating in rotations with a
local healthcare worker and attending informational sessions that focus on
the healthcare in the country as well as cases that are common to the area.
Volunteers will be immersed and feel prepared by the program s attentive
nature. Volunteers will receive pre-departure materials and guidance, an
orientation upon arrival, and weekly debriefings.
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadInternship
Volunteer
Research
Program Length(s):
- Fall
- Summer
- Spring
- Spring Break
- Custom
- Short Term
Instruction Language(s):
- English
Language Requirement(s):
- English
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- Health/Medical Preparatory Programs
- Public Health
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Child Family Health International (CFHI) Scholarships
Child Family Health International is pleased to offer partial scholarships for select 2015 and 2016 program dates. Since 2007, we have provided CFHI Global Health Scholars with more than $100,000 in scholarship funding. CFHI is committed to working globally and addressing inequities. In line with this global lens, it is our policy to actively seek a diverse pool of candidates from a variety of backgrounds who are committed to the mission and vision of CFHI.
$500-$1000