February 4, 2014
by melissagodfrey001
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My name is Michelle, I’m a 21 year old student in my junior year studying Health Sciences at UMass Boston. I grew up in the South shore and moved to Dorchester for School. Currently I work two jobs- I’m an Assistant Coordinator … Continue reading
February 4, 2014
by melissagodfrey001
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My name is Jacquelene Kelley and I am currently a senior nursing student at Umass Boston. I work as a waitress at Darcy’s Pub and a secretary/CNA in the intensive care unit at Carney Hospital. I have a love for photography and … Continue reading
February 4, 2014
by melissagodfrey001
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Kenya Heart and Sole is a partnership between the UMass BostonCollege of Nursing and Health Sciences (CNHS), Health for Nations, theTumutumu Hospital School of Nursing, Kijabe Hospital School of Nursing, and the University of Nairobi School of Nursing Sciences.
February 4, 2014
by melissagodfrey001
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In April of 2010, a report released by the Institute of Medicine, titled “Promoting Cardiovascular Health in the Developing World: A Critical Challenge to Achieve Global Health” , reaffirmed the importance of the work we do in Kenya. The report … Continue reading
February 4, 2014
by melissagodfrey001
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The prevalence of hypertension (HTN) in Sub-Saharan Africa is rising rapidly. Recent estimates from the World Health Organization (WHO) indicate that HTN is a leading cause of premature morbidity and mortality, and that prevention and control could prevent at least … Continue reading
February 4, 2014
by melissagodfrey001
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Melissa Godfrey is a 21 year old student with ambitions of incorporating naturopathic medicine into global health. She is currently a senior in the nursing program. She runs groups at Umass such as United Students Against Sweatshops and Free The Children. … Continue reading
February 4, 2014
by melissagodfrey001
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Hi my name is Bridget Giglio. At the moment, I live with my grandmother in Quincy, Massachusetts. I am currently in my final semester of nursing school at Umass Boston. I will be graduating in the spring and starting my career as a … Continue reading
February 4, 2014
by allisonfoley001
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The four hour long drive to Kijabe was mostly filled with nap breaks and awed looks of the landscape that flew past the bus windows. We arrived around lunch time and were introduced to our Kijabe partners before taking a … Continue reading