Today we wrapped up our last day of the mission in Dokolo and had a record-breaking day. When we turned down the dirt road we saw lots of people heading in the direction we were going, they were all walking towards the church. We pulled up and saw a mass amount of people, already lined up and waiting. Doctors saw over 1,600 patients and we passed out 1,000 nets. It makes us feel accomplished that we did what we came to do, but at the same time we realize how much more help is needed. Malaria is still a major threat here and unfortunately we are unable to give assistance to everyone, which is heartbreaking. Tuberculosis is also heavily diagnosed and sickle cell in babies. Doctors were able to test for HIV and other infections that are crucial to containing in the population. Ulcers are common as many people can only afford one meal a day, usually eating a root called, cassava. Because people can not afford to finish their homes, they have to build huts which makes for unsanitary living conditions and introduces common illnesses. Mother’s who are widowed or abandoned are helpless and left to watch over the kids, often with no way to make a living. The situation is dire, but these people have a light in their eyes, a tender soul, and are filled with gratitude for any help.
Even though it seems like we barely left a dent, we made a difference in many lives and we can still do more. This week we saw 9,000 people, gave out 6,000 nets and over 6,000 medications. The prayer tent was busy and God was definitely working through us. The six of us are fired up and already thinking of ways to make more of an impact next year. This mission can not be done without generous donations from you all and ask that you consider donating again for our next trip to Uganda. Little by little, we can make a difference, and it starts with funding, the rest we can handle.
Thank you for following along on our journey.
Even though it seems like we barely left a dent, we made a difference in many lives and we can still do more. This week we saw 9,000 people, gave out 6,000 nets and over 6,000 medications. The prayer tent was busy and God was definitely working through us. The six of us are fired up and already thinking of ways to make more of an impact next year. This mission can not be done without generous donations from you all and ask that you consider donating again for our next trip to Uganda. Little by little, we can make a difference, and it starts with funding, the rest we can handle.
Thank you for following along on our journey.
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