Patient Story: A Wheelchair For Jose
José Permillot Salgado’s journey with diabetes mellitus type II spans over three decades. However, his connection with MEDLIFE…
MEDLIFE Stories
MEDLIFE Staircase Construction Projects
Our Staircase Construction Projects were inspired by the story of a MEDLIFE patient, Chais Pipa. Chais fell down the steep hillside that leads to her home, prompting a premature birth…
MEDLIFE Hygiene Projects
At MEDLIFE Ecuador, constructing bathrooms is a vital component of our healthcare initiatives. Our hygiene projects primarily target rural, predominantly indigenous communities situated on the outskirts of urban areas. These…
The Privilege of Fearing Heights: Intern Journal by Noor Chadha
Embarking on this internship for bringing development help, I’ve delved into reflections on privilege in profound ways previously unexplored. Accompanying Janet, a dedicated MEDLIFE nurse, to a follow-up appointment with…
First Volunteer Trip For High School Students
During a memorable volunteer trip to Lima, Peru, from July 19 to July 27, 2017, students from high schools across the USA, Canada, and Puerto Rico dedicated their time to…
MEDLIFE’s First Mobile Clinic at the Women’s Penitentiary in Lima
Introducing our newest initiative: the Volunteer Penitentiary program, where compassion meets empowerment. From Thursday, July 20 to Friday, July 21, 2017, MEDLIFE embarked on its inaugural mobile clinic with the…
Herminia’s Journey: From Struggle to Triumph
At just 14, Herminia arrived in Lima from Huanuco, fleeing an uncertain future. With her mother’s sobering words echoing in her mind, “We have no money for you to…
Meet the Patients: Adanel & Felix
As the Mobile Clinic season draws to a close, MEDLIFE shifts its focus to providing comprehensive care through the follow-up program. This initiative allows for a deeper engagement with patients,…
Inaugurating the Water Project in 15C
On Monday, July 3rd, 2017, MEDLIFE Staff inaugurated a transformative water project in the communities of 15A1 and 15C in Villa Maria del Triunfo. This initiative stemmed from a crucial…
MEDLIFE Patient story: Yajaira Muray Ary Tolentino
My first encounter with Deli occurred on the final day of a MEDLIFE Service Learning Trip. Sent to capture the inauguration of a staircase in her community, I found Deli’s…
Filling In The Roof of the Union de Santa Fe Wawa Wasi
In Peruvian community development, the roof signifies completion, It indicates readiness for use. While walls and floors may require adjustments, a finished roof is essential. A Milestone Achieved On Sunday,…
MEDLIFE Chapter Spotlight: Miami University
This blog is part of a series showcasing chapters that won awards in this year’s MEDLIFE Awards. Each week, we will talk to a chapter to hear about their keys…