Today, I went to the provincial hospital where they had a water ionizer (uses a solar powered electrical current to change salt water into chlorinated water). This ionizer gives a weak bleach that people can add to their water to make it safer. We also went through their vaccination center and saw the storage and ended up where they were running the strong foods program. This program is for malnourished children who because of poverty, mother’s that aren’t able to breastfeed, or diarrhea, are at risk of death. This program employs several locals to hand grind almonds, powdered sugar, cooking oil, and multi-vitamins into a powder that can be put on a finger and the kids eat it up! Apparently, one gained 2.5 kilos in one week! I love these programs that are so self-sufficient.
Peace...
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