Frequently Asked Questions Why Rwanda?
• Because the entire health infrastructure was destroyed during the 1994 genocide when 1,000,000 people were killed in 100 days • Because the ratio of oral health care providers to people in Rwanda is 155/10.5 million and most of the 155 live in the urban areas • Because basic oral health needs are the second most common service at Community Health Centers in the Northern Province of Rwanda (second to lower respiratory disease)* * Source: Community Health Center data at Gakenke District, Northern Province, Rwanda Is it safe? Yes. Rwanda is now considered one of the safest, cleanest, least corrupt and fastest growing countries in Africa. Over the last decade, significant progress has been made across many areas including security, education, healthcare, infrastructure, governance and economic development. Dr. Reckmeyer, Dr. Warren, Dr. Gottlieb, and Dr. Cahoon have walked the streets late at night with no problems What is the cost? 2000 – 3000 + airfare. Do I need a Visa? All US Citizen
