Medical Clinic Team

May 3.
We went to the clinic early this morning and patients were already waiting for us. We received 30 patients today. Many parasitic infections and much wound care. We treated a woman today with psychiatric issues who had ligature-induced wounds around her ankles and arms. We were informed that her family binds her arms and legs because they are uncertain how to deal with her ailment. Also, we held an 18-month old boy with severe dehydration for over two hours in the clinic. IV fluids and IV antiemetics were administered at the clinic. He was able to ingest Pedialyte prior to discharge and his mother was instructed to return with him in the morning. We also assisted with keeping the pharmacy organized. April really needs funds to assist her with wonderful work she is doing here. The most exciting news today is the tremors we experienced during lunch. We were uncertain as to what was happening at first. Then we remembered the earthquake and became a little nervous. April walked us around the neighborhood today. We visited and had Bible study with many of the church patrons. One session was in the midst of a VooDoo village with live animals wandering around. Some trepidation but a good experience. All in all a good day.