We met in the parking area of Santo Tomas and then headed in four different directions. I took a group with us to Mactzul II for an ABC Clinic. With a group of visitors here, for three days of clinic, it is a good time to take advantage and do several ABC Clinics. We had a busy day and it was wonderful!
As always, we welcome everyone and begin with a prayer.
Linda took the vital signs for us before we saw patients. She did a great job and kept the flow going!
Dave wanted his blood pressure taken, so Robert jumped in there to do it. Dave helps in the dental area and Robert is a oral surgeon.
When we had a lunch break, Linda went out to watch the children who were flying kites. Several children still have their kites from November 1.
Melina is doing a consult with an ABC family. For these consults, we try to keep the family together. The children receive points if they participate in the consult, have a parent with them and if their nails and hands are clean. We subtract points if the criteria is not met.
This is Andrew and his ABC Child. Andrew has been coming down for several years and it is good to have him. We hope that Mary, his wife will be with him next year. We also miss his aunt, Debra, who usually makes this trip.
Ceci worked in pharmacy today and did a great job. Here she is with Robert.
After lunch, the children gathered around Robert. Robert was here a couple of years ago and it is good to have him back.
We saw a total of 35 ABC Children, 16 dental patients, 4 dental cleanings and 5 medical patients from the community.
I saw one child who is having problems of nervousness and anxiety due to his fathers history of drinking. The father stopped drinking a year ago but the child is still scared. It may take a long time for a child to recover from emotional and physical abuse. Cesar and I spent a long time with this family and I pray that this child will heal and forgive.
Tomorrow, another adventure and more clinics!
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