One of the first things we do when a child arrives at our facility is take their vital signs. This is also the first step any time a child becomes ill. These measurements give us a clear picture of how the child is doing physically, and they guide every care
When a child is admitted to our nutrition center, treatment begins right away. But so does something else — a conversation with the parents. Parent education is a core part of what we do here. As nurses, we have learned that understanding why a child became malnourished is just as
Ismanie, 32, lives with her husband and their first child. Throughout her pregnancy, she faithfully attended monthly prenatal visits at the clinic, and everything progressed normally. A week before her due date, she delivered her baby at home without complications. But during the night, her condition suddenly changed. She developed
Goat head soup is a beloved part of Haitian life, known not only for its flavor but for the meaning it holds within families and communities. It is often seen as both nourishing and comforting, something people turn to in times of weakness or recovery. It’s common to hear someone
Walk through the clinic on any given day and you will find doctors consulting, nurses attending to patients, and staff moving in every direction. But there is one room that makes all of it possible — and it rarely gets the attention it deserves. The pharmacy is the quiet engine
