Placements include working in hospitals, mobile clinics, and medical centres. Choosing an elective in Kenya will open your eyes to the challenges locals face, giving you a truly memorable and rewarding experience.
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Location: Nairobi
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Suitable for: Those in a medically related University course or with further experience
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Accommodation: Hostel or host family
Though in urban areas the healthcare in Kenya has seen vast improvements recently, people in rural areas still succumb to treatable diseases. Join this placement and go where the poor and the sick are to help them have a healthier life.
The aim of the project is to increase access to basic healthcare, decrease the prevalence of endemic disease and improve overall health by providing public health projects and promoting health education.
Start Dates
Starts every month.
Costs / Benefits
What is included:
Pre-departure briefing and support
Airport transfers
UK Leader
Medical staff supervision at hospital
Accommodation
Meals
24/7 Emergency back-up
UK administration and organisation
Medical staff and administration costs
Social activities
T-shirt
Requirements
Suitable for those in a medically related University course or with further experience