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Being a Patient in Uganda
Our UNC interns spent the summer working at New Life Medical Center in Uganda. Well, Brianne became sick from malaria and got to experience what it’s like to be an actual patient. Check out her take from the other side of the hospital curtain. A frequent topic of conversation in my global health classes is…
Read MoreWhat are you going to say YES to today?
Kids amaze me. This summer, I have spent a lot of time at events and festivals sharing the Blood:Water story, inviting people to participate in our Lemon:Aid campaign—the simple act of putting together some water, sugar, ice and lemons to make a difference in the lives of our friends in Africa. Yet, sometimes, I feel…
Read MorePhoto Friday: The Next Generation
Thanks to your partnership, these children in northern Kenya have a water catchment tank at their school. They are able to attend class and are in good health. They are the doctors, teachers and diplomats of the next generation. You are the fuel to end the HIV/AIDS and water crises in Africa.
Read MorePacking Lessons Learned while Living/Traveling in Uganda
Yesterday, Courtney told you her three tips for traveling in Africa. Today are UNC intern has some packing lessons learned from her time in Uganda. They are quite entertaining. Check them out! Wetwipes. Showers can be few and far between and often will consist of a bucket of warm (if you’re lucky) water. These are…
Read MoreThree Tips for Traveling in Africa
As I prepared for my first trip to Africa with Blood:Water, I was a little nervous about packing everything I needed. Actually, I was more nervous about having everything I needed for 10 days and fitting it into carry-on luggage (ladies are you with me). I tried diligently to see if there was any way…
Read MoreMy Best Friend from Uganda
Our UNC interns are back from Uganda. Brianne shares about a close friend she made during her time there. Meet Oroma Jennifer. This summer we became fast friends during my time at New Life Medical Center in Uganda. At the age of 26, we have a lot in common. We both love to bake. We…
Read MoreA Reminder
“What is that thing?” That was my wife’s first question as I pulled out the strange and dirty object out of my bag upon returning from Africa. “It’s a gift,” I said. It didn’t look like any gift I received before. It wasn’t for my birthday. It wasn’t neatly wrapped or bought at a mall.…
Read MoreClass Acts of Kindness Sends Kids Like Arbe Back to School
By now your little ones are back in the full swing of school. Let’s keep making that a reality for kids in Africa this year, too!
Read MoreA Better Birthday Gift
Today, our very own Mike Hamilton turns 51 years old. This year, he’s asking for a different kind of gift. Instead of receiving birthday gifts for himself, he wants to raise enough money to provide 51 children in Africa with a lifetime’s supply of clean, safe water. Just $20 per person is all it takes…
Read MoreFirst Day in Kenya
In my previous post about my journey to Africa, I wrote about what it’s like to stand in the middle of a village and realize no one has access to water. While in Turbi, Kenya, there were several first for me, along with the realization that the thirsty were all around me. Just to give…
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