What types of treatments are most of the earthquake victims receiving now?
They’re getting antibiotic therapy for wounds as well as casts and splints for month-old fractures that have not been seen by a doctor. Some are also receiving asthma medications for respiratory problems from all the dust and debris that continues to permeate the air. Did you have to take equipment and supplies with you, since most of the hospitals there were damaged or destroyed? We had casting and splint supplies. We also had oral, intravenous, and intramuscular antibiotics. We had IV solutions and kits for severe dehydration and illness. We had lots of dressings and bandages for wound care. For babies, we had vitamins and formula. What was the emotional condition of most of your patients there? There was fear, sadness, anxiety, and despair inwardly, but they could also laugh and smile, especially the children. The people were amazingly thankful and appreciative of the aid. How are mothers of small children coping in the aftermath of the earthquake? The mothers are amazing. They are
