Whilst in Uganda, I will be joining a group of volunteers with the Uganda Cancer Research Foundation. I will be participating in a programme which is split up into 3 mean areas.
- Outreach: We will visit rural villages, schools, rotary clubs and other community groups raising the awarness of cancer via presentations and workshops.We will tell people what cancer is, how it is detected and the importance of early diagnosis, both in terms of prognosis and in reducing treatment costs.
- Academic: I will help out as a research assistant by helping to collect data about cancer incidence throughout the country. The results of which, will show trends of cancer in Uganda. This is important in terms of public health planning. I will also help out with other ongoing research projects, which will give me an invaluable insight into the how academic research is conducted.
- Clinical: I will shadow doctors and conduct simple medical procedures at the Uganda Cancer Institute. I will also be mentoring Ugandan Medical student
As you can see, this is a very exciting project. It will involve many different skills. I will be working under conditions that I have never worked in before which I am looking forward to. I am eager to learn and what I will be exposed to whilst in Uganda will help my education tremendously. However, more importantly, I cannot wait to increase the awareness of Cancer throughout the Uganda.
Remember, if you would like to support my project, please leave a donation. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.
