Haiti Adventist Hospital Navigates Human-made Disaster
During the past several weeks, the challenges have again escalated beyond imagination. On November 11, the fourth prime minister this year in Haiti was sworn into office. That same day, gunfire penetrated a Spirit Airlines plane on its final approach to Port au Prince airport. Fortunately, no one was seriously injured, and the plane was …
HAH continues to serve in the midst of violence
At the end of February, I packed my carry-on and headed out on a short trip from Haiti back to the US. Several days later, the Haitian airport was commandeered by gangs, and all commercial flights were canceled for three months. Even though it is now possible to fly to Haiti, the situation around the …
New Clinique Dentaire at HAH
What’s worse, a broken leg or a toothache? A broken leg might be more obvious, but both significantly impact quality of life. HAH has been fixing broken legs for a long time, and now we can also take care of toothaches! Today, three Haitian dentists work in four operatory clinics with several assistants. A new …
Major Renovation Completed at HAH
Six months ago, HAH’s building infrastructure reached a critical turning point. Modifications over the years had affected the natural ventilation of the space, creating dependence on air conditioners that were in a state of disrepair. Patient rooms were stifling hot and humid and smelled of sickness and other bodily odors. Windows were broken, the paint …
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