What precautions does a volunteer need to take for health and hygiene?
A volunteer needs to consult a physician in his or her country for any kind of vaccination that requires for international travelling. A volunteer will get assistance at times of his or her need in health related issues during volunteering in Nepal. It is appreciable if you can bring a small first-aid kit with you and sufficient doses of the medicine, if anyone is taking a prescribed medicine before coming to Nepal. For hygiene related matters, Vfdnepal tries its level best to ensure the quality of food and water during training and placement. All host families are trained and made aware of maintaining quality of hygiene including germ-free food and water. A volunteer needs to be aware of the illnesses and should try to keep his or herself healthy and fit during volunteering in Nepal.
