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The Honduran Health Alliance (HHA) provides vital cervical cancer prevention through education, annual exams, and follow-up care. From June 26 to July 21, 2011, participants will engage in well woman physicals, STI testing, birth control counseling, and seminars on essential health topics. This program aims to empower women in Honduras, ensuring they receive necessary treatments and education. Participants will gain clinical experience, mentorship, and improve their Spanish skills while making a meaningful impact in the community. Join us in this rewarding journey!
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Honduran Health Alliance June 26 – July 21, 2011
Cervical Cancer is one of the leading causes of death of women in low-income countries, but is highly preventable with education, annual exams, and follow-up care Why We Go
What We Do Activities Patient Outcomes • Well woman annual physicals and pelvic exams • STI testing • Birth control counseling • Seminars on STIs, Family Planning, Domestic Violence, Nutrition, and Cervical Cancer • History of seven successful trips • Women with positive pap smears receive free follow up at a local clinic • Women with STIs and their partners receive treatment • Women receive birth control • Women are empowered to make decisions about their reproductive health
Working at Clinic Teaching a Seminar Riding to Clinic Socializing at Homestay
Clinical Experience 4th-Year Elective Credit Public Health Education Experience Benefits: Why HHA? Honduras Travel, Fun, and Friends Mentorship from 4th-Years and Attendings Spanish Skills through Clinic & Homestays
Where We Go Aiport Option # 2 (San Pedro Sula) Airport Option #1 (Tegucigalpa) HONDURAS Nearest City (Choluteca) Health Education & Homestay #2 Clinic & Homestay #1
Costs Program Fee: $650, reducible with Fundraising Air Travel: $300-$700, depending on departure and destination cities Travel Insurance: ~ $30 Optional Trip: ~ $100
Application deadline (LAHI): 10/8 Interviews:around 10/18 MS1 Team Orientation: around 11/13 Spring Course: February – May HHA Trip: 6/26-7/21 Application Timeline
How to Learn More http://www.med.unc.edu/hha HHA Interest Meeting: Tuesday 9/21 12-1 pm Bondurant G10