Reuters health editor Ivan Oransky warns that we're suffering from an epidemic of preposterous preconditions -- pre-diabetes, pre-cancer, and many more. In this engaging talk from TEDMED he shows how health care can find a solution...
Activist and fundraiser Dan Pallotta calls out the double standard that drives our broken relationship to charities. Too many nonprofits, he says, are rewarded for how little they spend -- not for what they get done. Instead of equating frugality with morality, he asks us to start rewarding charities for their big goals and big...
A group of volunteer nurses from the CUA who recently travelled to our clinic enjoyed their trip to Nicaragua and gave us an excellent review. A normal day at the clinic starts at 8 am when volunteers are greeted by local staff as well as patients waiting to be seen by clinic personnel. The...
Looking for a fun activity to make for an exciting spring break or summer vacation? Have you ever thought about volunteering abroad? Volunteering has many different benefits for both the organization and the volunteer. Here at the Roberto Clemente Clinic in Limon1, Nicaragua, volunteers provide essential services and assistance to the everyday operations of our...