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Refining our trip plan
Even before returning from our 2006 trip, we were already planning for the next one. While we had met all of the goals of that trip, we felt that we could improve the experience in a few key ways.
- We felt that we could shorten the trip by one day, thus saving allocated vacation time with our employers.
- We wanted to try working on the last day before flying home. Since the flights back to the United States leave Dakar just after midnight, we could hold a clinic that same day.
- We decided against bringing toys and granola bars in the future. Distributing such items is fraught with problems and disappointments. Our focus should be on healthcare.
- We planned to bring a 30-day supply of vitamins for every patient seen. Multi-vitamins can significantly improve the nutrition for adults and children.
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