Global Health Volunteer- Project Limón, Nicaragua
- Duration
- Recruiting now
Opportunity Details
Ongoing
In-Person
Recruiting now
Limon, NI
About this Opportunity
As one of the poorest countries in the Americas, Nicaragua presents serious challenges related to health care. Nearly half of Nicaragua's population live below the poverty line and nearly half lack sustained access to proper sanitation. Only 6.3% of Nicaragua's population carries health insurance. As a result, child illness and mortality rates are high for the region, and preventable or treatable conditions such as respiratory diseases, diarrhea, and malnutrition make up the main causes of death for children under 5.
At Project Limon, volunteers have the opportunity to collaborate with our staff in FIMRC's Pediatric Health Clinic as well as learn from medical staff at the government run Las Salinas health post. In addition, health education initiatives take place daily focused on a range of topics from diabetes to proper prenatal care. The outreach program is a major component of the services we provide, and ensures volunteers will have a lasting impact on the community.
Features
- Good for Teens
Issue area
- Children & Youth
- Education
- Health & Wellness
Contact Information
- Jessica Kuhlmeier
- [email protected]
