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Jaramijo is an Ecuadorian town that belongs to the province of Manabi out in the Pacific coast. Initially this town belonged to the county of “Montecristi” when the Law of Territorial Division was declared during the “Great Colombian Nation”-back in June 25th, 1824. This county belonged to what was it was about to be called the province of Manabi. The “Great Colombian Nation” used to be the greatest dream General Simon Bolivar had hoping Latin American nations would be more rich and powerful worldwide. This General along to many other good Patriots fought against the Spanish emporium in Latin America; until the point that General Bolivar was eventually successful freeing out the nations we now know as Venezuela, Colombia and Ecuador at once and then they created the already mentioned “Great Colombian Nation”. This Bolivarian dream did not last too long and soon the mentioned nations above declared their independency from each denying any relationship of common dependency. The town of Jaramijo has been over centuries a significant scenery and protagonist of remarkable historical facts. Jaramijo earned its name thanks to those who used to live in ancestral time when America was once occupied by pre-Hispanic indigenous tribes. Jaramijo is actually a name that comes from the pre-Hispanic language once spoke there. Once the Spanish arrived to Jaramijo; the local tribes were already integrated to the “Manta” federation. A 6th of December, 1884 the population of Jaramijo became witness of the remarkable civil war of Balsamaragua where Liberal Armies under General Eloy Alfaro fought against the Federal Government Armies. A 6th of May, 1927 Jaramijo became a rural town of the Montecristi federation. Having shared 73 years of contemporaneous history with the former Republic of Ecuador; Jaramijo totally needed to become a former county. That did not happen until April 28th, 1998; and ever since this county became the number 22nd starting from the date of its establishment in Manabi. Jaramijo is a very tourist area where small communities and local leadership work hard every day to help improve this business in the area. An equal distribution of what tourist can bring as the main source of income for the locals will actually come to Jaramijo an increase of wages, job opportunities and specially stability for those who live there. The best places to visit in Jaramijo are the three following places known as: “White Point”, “Balsamaragua Beach”, “Fondeadero Beach”, “Salinas”, and the “Sulfured Hot Water Springs”. For having these beautiful wonders Jaramijo was distinguished by several American nations as the ¨Tourist Patrimony of America¨. This award was given by the “United Nations” half way through the late 70’s. Currently Jaramijo has become a residential, tourist and industrial referent town in Ecuador. Jaramijo is also mention in these days for its proximity to the so known: ¨Alfaro’s City¨. This last city was pretty much created by the current Governmental Administration of President Rafael Correa Delgado to be able to dissolve the old Ecuadorian Congressmen which used to be established in Quito. Thus, Alfaro’s City and Jaramijo are next door neighbors for bad or for good.
Charity Anywhere and the Ecuadorian Navy were aware of the needy and poor families that live on the Jaramijo area. These institutions prepared a humanitarian mission to help with medicines, consults and clinics to the citizens of Jaramijo. Jaramijo didn’t necessarily meat for us a town where politics, commercial trade, or tourist attractions were the only things to talk about; but a place with enormous social needs not attended by the federal government of Ecuador on its full capacities. Therefore; with our humanitarian mission we tried to improve life conditions with more health and medicines for free. Under the direction of Dr. Washington Zambrano DDS; the Charity Anywhere group of Doctors, Dentists and Volunteers left Quito heading to Jaramijo July 9th, early morning. This trip lasted 10 hours; and as soon as we arrived to Jaramijo the Ecuadorian Navy gave us a brief orientation meeting to let us know what villages around Jaramijo were supposed to be visited at next day. We had to visit the village of “Saint Marianita”; which was mainly made of fishermen and farmers. Those who helped at the medical clinics were: Dr. Alberto Vargas (Epidemiologist); and a group of five nearly graduated medical doctors who belonged to various Master-programs from Central University of Ecuador-School of Medicine. These volunteers were: Carolina Vargas, Lourdes Velásquez, Ibeth Vargas, Lorena Ortiz, and Maria Luisa Villa. The Dentists were: Dr. Isabel Zambrano DDS/Dental Pediatrician; Dr. Ximena Tapia DDS; Mathew Hall (Dental Assistant); David Bonilla (Sterilization), Thalia Espinoza (Pharmacy) and as our Carlos Celin (Technician). We also counted with the contingent of Dr. Shirley Robles who is specialized in Endodontics and Periodontal treatments; and a group of three last-year dental students from the Glasgow Dental School & Hospital (U.K.): Paula O’ Hanlon, Seema Amin and Joanne Anderson Baxter. |
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This is how the medical consult behaved during that day: (July 10th, 2008)
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Men |
Percentage |
Women |
Percentage |
Total |
Percentage |
< than a year |
9 |
10,1 |
4 |
2,4 |
13 |
4,9 |
1-5 years |
37 |
41,2 |
36 |
20,8 |
73 |
27,8 |
6-15 years |
20 |
33,3 |
41 |
23,7 |
71 |
26,9 |
16-45 years |
2 |
2,2 |
64 |
36,9 |
66 |
25,2 |
46-65 years |
4 |
4,4 |
13 |
7,5 |
17 |
6,5 |
> than 65 years |
8 |
8,8 |
15 |
8,7 |
23 |
8,7 |
TOTAL |
90 |
100 |
173 |
100 |
263 |
100 |
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Our clinics were done at the local Public Health Ministry-dispensary in the village of Santa Marianita. Next door to it the only elementary school in town; where Charity Anywhere donated anti intestinal parasite medicine to all of the students there. A total of 152 medical procedures were done there too. A total of 43 glucose-tests were also done with patients of various ages. That helped us recognized some patients who had Diabetes; and did not know about it yet. A total of 257 medical prescriptions were given there too with a minimum average of 2 remedies/medicines per prescription. At the end, this must’ve covered at least a 90% of the medical needs each inhabitant of village Santa Marianita had. At next day, the Ecuadorian Navy took us to Jaramijo’s outer population where the poorest families in town used to live at. |
This is how the medical consult behaved that day: (July 11th, 2008)
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Men |
Percentage |
Women |
Percentage |
Total |
Percentage |
< than a year |
4 |
4,7 |
7 |
3,6 |
11 |
3,9 |
1-5 years |
29 |
34,1 |
29 |
15,2 |
58 |
20,9 |
6-15 years |
39 |
45,9 |
43 |
22,4 |
82 |
29,7 |
16-45 years |
5 |
5,9 |
86 |
44,8 |
91 |
32,9 |
46-65 years |
3 |
3,5 |
16 |
8,3 |
19 |
6,8 |
> than 65 years |
5 |
5,9 |
11 |
5,7 |
16 |
5,8 |
TOTAL |
85 |
100 |
192 |
100 |
277 |
100 |
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On the Jaramijo’s outer neighborhoods we did a total of 44 glucose tests, we gave 262 prescriptions which obviously had a minimum average of 2 remedies/medicines given then to each patient. That must’ve covered a 90% of the medical needs of those we saw the 2nd day of our clinics.
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DENTAL REPORT AT NEXT:
PHYSICAL AREA/PLACE OF ATTENTION: Outer neighborhoods of “Jaramijo”/ Manabi. Ecuador. South America
AREA: DENTISTRY
DATE: Thursday, 10th of July 2008. |
Age |
Men |
% |
Women |
% |
Total |
% |
< than a year old |
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1 |
3,23 |
1 |
1,89 |
1-5 years |
3 |
13,64 |
7 |
22,58 |
10 |
18,87 |
6-15 years |
18 |
81,81 |
11 |
35,48 |
29 |
54,71 |
16-45 years |
1 |
4,55 |
11 |
35,48 |
12 |
22,64 |
46-65 years |
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1 |
3,23 |
1 |
1,89 |
Total |
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100 |
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100 |
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100 |
DATE: Friday, 11th of July 2008.
Age |
Men |
% |
Women |
% |
Total |
% |
1-5 years |
2 |
5,26 |
2 |
4,35 |
4 |
4,76 |
6-15 years |
31 |
81,58 |
22 |
47,83 |
53 |
63,1 |
16-45 years |
5 |
13,16 |
20 |
43,48 |
25 |
29,76 |
46-65 years |
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1 |
2,17 |
1 |
1,19 |
> 65 years |
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1 |
2,17 |
1 |
1,19 |
Total |
38 |
100 |
46 |
100 |
84 |
100 |
The Dental attention offered those two days in Jaramijo is explained in the following chart:
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Men |
Percentage |
Women |
Percentage |
Total |
Percentage |
< than a year |
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1 |
1,29 |
1 |
0,73 |
1-5 years |
5 |
8,33 |
9 |
11,69 |
14 |
10,22 |
6-15 years |
49 |
81,67 |
33 |
42,86 |
82 |
59,85 |
16-45 years |
6 |
10 |
31 |
40,26 |
37 |
27 |
46-65 years |
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2 |
2,6 |
2 |
1,46 |
> than 65 years |
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1 |
1,3 |
1 |
0,74 |
TOTAL |
85 |
100 |
192 |
100 |
277 |
100 |
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A total of Dental Procedures done during these two days off Dental Service:
Dental Procedure |
Quantity |
Fillings |
37 |
Exodontias |
35 |
Prophylaxis |
38 |
Fluoride Treatments |
48 |
Total |
158 |
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In both of these places where we served to the population of Jaramijo; the Charity Anywhere Foundation was helped by personnel of security, dentists or physicians from the Ecuadorian Navy. This mission overall was successful from any point of view considering that those who were helped were also thankful and happier. At the very next day we headed out back to Quito having the joy of feel useful to families or individuals of very little income or desire to see after them. In conclusion, this trip was a good experience for our personal improvement. |
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RICHFIELD EXPEDITION FRIENDS, OTAVALO - ECUADOR, JULY 14 - 24, 2008 |
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In most of our mission reports we normally mention the natural beauty, wonders and attractions that had to be with the city of Otavalo. On this paper, those who make Charity Anywhere-Ecuador would like to specially thank the support given by a group of sixty seven North American Citizens; who voluntarily came from the city of Ritchfield, state of Utah to serve and deliver donations-of almost any kind- to those who absolutely needed in Otavalo. This mission officially started in Otavalo the 15th of July and finished the 23rd. The Ritchfield group can be described as group of well trained-medically wise “Good Samaritans”. All of them had chances to serve or assist in the Dental, Ophthalmologic or Construction departments that Charity Anywhere always runs as it serves in Otavalo. Just for anybody’s acknowledgement; Ritchfield is a small town that belongs to the Southern Central part of the Utah state. This city belongs to the Sevier County; and its population is about 2000 inhabitants. It lies in the Mormon Corridor, just off of the Intestate 70 about 40 miles east of its junction with Interstate 15. The county can be described as “rural diversified” due to the convergence of agricultural, retail and industrial activities. Part of Ritchfield’s great appeal is its small size and its isolation. The community lies in a fertile valley surrounded by beautiful red rock mountains and snow covered peaks. The relatively low population allows residents to enjoy a quality of life free from congestion, pollution and noise. Richfield is part of the “Panorama land”; and is a popular thoroughfare to several nearby National Parks and Forests, all providing abundant recreational activities. The area has been long known for its outdoor recreational opportunities, such as hiking, finishing and hunting. Mountain biking and all-terrain vehicles riding events have recently added to the area’s popularity. Through not large, Ritchfield is remote from large cities. One has to travel about 100 miles or more in any direction to reach a more populous town, while dozens of less populous communities are found in the general area. Its remoteness, plus its location on major transportation corridors, makes it central Utah’s defacto regional capital, a shopping and “commercial capital of a vast mountain-valley region”. Many people travel to Richfield to shop, bowl, golf, to attend to theater, concerts, or for religious gatherings. They are also drawn to the Community College, affiliated with Snow College, and to receive medical care.
Now continuing with this report; the Municipal Government of Otavalo recognized that and towards the end of this mission; this institution offered a special dinner where once again we all could fell how welcoming and thankful the Otavalos are. This mission once again was leaded by the Charity Anywhere Foundation’s Legal Representative in Ecuador: Dr. Washington Zambrano DDS. The municipal government of Otavalo fulfilled the crucial part of providing us of all the logistical details to give to this mission a successful start and end. Those who were for this project were: Dr. Alberto Vargas (Medical Epidemiologist); Dr. Gloria Polo (Intern Medicine expertise), Dr Ximena Tapia DDS, RN Carmen Lascano took vital signs to the patients; Carlos Celin (Technician), and we also counted with the company of the north American Mathew Hall who did an internship in Ecuador for Charity Anywhere when this mission took place. Engineer Julio C. Zambrano once again was uncharged of all the work done by of the Charity Anywhere-EC’s Construction Department there in Otavalo. The Medical Attention is shown using the following table and graphics: |
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August 15 |
53 |
PATIENTS |
16 |
119 |
PATIENTS |
17 |
106 |
PATIENTS |
18 |
87 |
PATIENTS |
21 |
101 |
PATIENTS |
22 |
136 |
PATIENTS |
23 |
116 |
PATIENTS |
TOTAL |
718 |
PATIENTS |
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At next a chart where is described the distribution of Age according to the Gender:
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Men |
Percentage |
Women |
Percentage |
Total |
Percentage |
< than a year |
14 |
5,6 |
20 |
4,3 |
34 |
4,7 |
1-5 years |
48 |
19,4 |
47 |
10,1 |
95 |
13,2 |
6-15 years |
92 |
37,1 |
117 |
24,8 |
209 |
29,2 |
16-45 years |
56 |
22,6 |
182 |
38,6 |
238 |
33,1 |
46-65 years |
23 |
9,2 |
71 |
15,1 |
94 |
13,1 |
> than 65 years |
15 |
6,1 |
33 |
7,1 |
48 |
6,7 |
TOTAL |
248 |
100 |
470 |
100 |
718 |
100 |
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Those who are benefited by our Humanitarian Assistance are those who punctually expect us every single day when we still can offer our assistance. We cannot immediately measure how much impact our Humanitarian Assistance can cause in any population where we serve if we consider our Constructive Service Projects, Medical/Dental clinics are extemporaneous and not a permanent relief for those we try hard to serve the best they deserve. In any case; during this June 2008, expedition our team of volunteers was able to serve for the space of 7 days where positive things were able to appear as the project went on. For instance; the longer our staying is the better epidemiological chart can be designed as far the actual health conditions from area of Otavalo. |
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Younger than 1 year |
% |
Acute Respiratory disease |
32 % |
Viral Common Cold |
30 % |
Low Weight |
26 % |
Diaper Rush |
15 % |
Renithis /Allergies |
12 % |
Healthy / Control |
6 % |
1-5 year olds |
% |
Poly Parasite disease |
42 % |
Viral Common Cold |
31 % |
Dermatitis |
23 % |
Acute Respiratory disease |
13 % |
Diarrheic disease |
7 % |
6-15 year olds |
% |
Poly Parasite disease |
47 % |
Dermatitis |
28 % |
Viral Common Cold |
19 % |
Acute Respiratory disease |
12 % |
Anemic Syndrome |
9 % |
Febrile Syndrome (high Fiber) |
3 % |
16-45 year olds |
(Fertile –Age Women) |
Vulvo-Vaginits |
37% |
Urinary Infective disease |
29 % |
Pelvic Inflammatory disease |
21 % |
Lumbalgies / Mialgies |
18 % |
Migraine / Headache |
15 % |
Pregnancy Control |
6 % |
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General Population |
% |
Lumbalgies |
36 % |
Peptic Acid disease |
29 % |
Migraine / Headache |
21 % |
Anemic Syndrome |
12 % |
Hyper Tension disease |
9 % |
Mellitus-Diabetes |
9 % |
46-65 years |
% |
Lumbalgies / Mialgies |
41 % |
Arthritis / Arthralgies |
37 % |
Hyper Tension disease |
28 % |
Peptic Acid disease |
15 % |
Acute Respiratory disease |
11 % |
Diabetes |
6 % |
Dislepsic disease |
3 % |
Older than 65 years |
% |
Lumbalgies / Mialgies |
43 % |
Arthritis / Arthralgies |
35 % |
Hyper Tension disease |
24 % |
Insomniac disease |
15 % |
Senile Syndrome |
9 % |
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Notice: Dermatitis may include mitotic, bacterial, and contact diseases. Acute Respiratory Diseases included: Bronchitis, Amygdalatis, Rhinitis, and Bronchi-Hyperactivity. At the other hand, the Diarrheic diseases found did not have signs of serious dehydration. Vulvic-Vaginitis diseases could include cases of Thrycomoniasis and secretions like Candidacies of unknown origin. |
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PUSUQUI - ECUADOR, AUGUST 5, 2008 |
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| Pusuqui is relatively a new neighborhood located at the Northern west side of Quito. It took us about 35 minutes from the Charity Anywhere headquarters to get there. Some years ago this area was used as touristic attraction thanks to the pretty scenary and green pastures. As the years went by this zone turned into a new neighborhood. The green pastures turned into large buildgins where families from Quito moved to smoothly increase the population in Pusuqui. The Ecuadorian Police Academy built about 15 years ago in Pusuqui a Training Center where cadets, aspirants or officers get training and continuos tests or evaluations to improve their careers and knwoledment. When the Police built this center; another significant part of Pusuqui was also filled of new families that moved there searching for a descent place where to live. Nice infratructure is seen anywhere in Pusuqui now; which told us inmidiately that most of our patients would be quite healthy or closet o it. Our participants worked again under the supervision of Dr. Washington Zambrano DDS (Charity Anywhere Legal Representative). |
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MEDICAL REPORT
The medical participants were: Dr. Monica Arroyo (Family Physician/Pediatrician); Dr. Alberto Vargas (Family Physician/Epidemiologist). This is how the medical consult behaved during that day: (August 5th, 2008) |
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Men |
Percentage |
Women |
Percentage |
Total |
Percentage |
< than a year |
1 |
5.9 |
1 |
3,6 |
2 |
4,4 |
1-5 years |
5 |
29.4 |
1 |
3,6 |
6 |
13,3 |
6-15 years |
6 |
35,4 |
5 |
17,8 |
11 |
24,4 |
16-45 years |
2 |
11,7 |
7 |
25,1 |
9 |
20,1 |
46-65 years |
2 |
11,7 |
10 |
35,7 |
12 |
26,7 |
> than 65 years |
1 |
5,9 |
4 |
14,2 |
5 |
11,1 |
TOTAL |
17 |
100 |
28 |
100 |
45 |
100 |
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Patients atended on Denstistry:
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Men |
Percentage |
Women |
Percentage |
Total |
Percentage |
1-5 years |
7 |
16,28 |
2 |
3,85 |
9 |
9,47 |
6-15 years |
17 |
39,53 |
20 |
38,46 |
37 |
38,95 |
16-45 years |
14 |
32,56 |
18 |
34,61 |
32 |
33,68 |
46-65 years |
4 |
9,3 |
10 |
19,23 |
14 |
14,74 |
> than 65 years |
1 |
2,33 |
2 |
3,85 |
3 |
3,16 |
TOTAL |
43 |
100 |
52 |
100 |
95 |
100 |
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A total of Dental Procedures done during this two days off Dental Service:
Dental Procedure |
Quantity |
Fillings |
47 |
Exodontias |
9 |
Prophylaxis |
39 |
Fluoride Treatments |
18 |
Total |
113 |
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On this manner our service project came to its end. Definitely where the population can easily find available descent infrastructure; the chances to deal with serious illnesses greatly reduce. In any case, we also found needy and poor families in the LDS Home Ward Building there in Pusuqui. |
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