Report Kanabea visit June 2019
The team consisted of dr Jan Zomerdijk, general practitioner, and his wife Janny Goris, public health dietitian. This year two other volunteers joined them; Sue Auchter, a paediatric nurse practitioner and her husband Graham Auchter, a handyman. They brought in from Australia a range of hospital supplies and solar LED
A range of teaching supplies was provided. The PNG Foundation made cement available for construction of two new classrooms and freight of desks. Hand-washing and hygiene and sanitation education was provided to all students and teachers.
Solar LED lights were installed in all wards and in the walkway. Also a deep cycle battery and generator were brought and installed. Major plumbing repairs have been done. A range of medical equipment was made available, including a fetal doppler, weighing scales, soap dispensers with soap for all wards,