As the first resident doctor to accompany S.H.I.P. to Kenya, I can honestly say that this journey has been AMAZING, truly an eye-opening, humbling, and educational experience! In only a week, we have seen so much tropical medicine that I can hardly keep track of all diseases that are “new” to me. I actually saw my first case of Rubella, a disease that practically never occurs in the U.S. now because of childhood vaccinations. I’ve also seen cases of Leishmaniasis, Schistosomiasis, Brucellosis, Malaria, and Typhod fever - all of which are so RARE in the U.S. as we have basic needs of shelter, running water, electricity (for refrigeration), accessible medical care and even shoes! Every day as we move to another community, I am again in awe of the poverty surrounding this Southwestern Kenya village and the vast need for help. So, tonight as we start another week, I am so thankful for this opportunity!
- Ellie Hudnall
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