The Congo is in west-central Africa and is bordered
by the Republic of Congo, the Central African
Republic, the Sudan, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, Tanzania, Zambia, Angola
and the Atlantic Ocean. It is
one-quarter the size of the US.
In much of DRC, living conditions are
dismal, access to health care is minimal and violence still erupts in unstable
areas. Rape and violence against women
may be more common in DRC than anywhere else in the world. Though rich in resources that allow hope for
a bright future as a thriving country, DRC is still in dire need of economic
and social reconstruction.
As of 2012, only
11 percent of routine vaccinations are covered by the government. HIV/Aids remains the largest health threat to
the country due to a high rate of migration among refugees and soldiers, aloe
with a lack of education, testing and knowledge. Tuberculosis is an increasingly serious
health concern in the DR Congo. Many
insect-borne illnesses are present as well.
Medical facilities are severely limited, and medical materials are in
short supply. An adequate supply of prescription
or over-the-counter drugs in local or pharmacies is also generally not
available. Payment for any medical
services is expected in case in the DR Congo, in advance of treatment. Non communicable diseases account for 21
percent of all deaths in the country.
It's my hope that I can be some help when I visit, and give a thorough assessment that will end up helping a lot of people!
I look forward to sharing pictures and stories with you from my trip when I return!
I look forward to sharing pictures and stories with you from my trip when I return!
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