17th Tropical Disease Biology Workshop in Ecuador
The high prevalence of tropical diseases in developing countries is a consequence of a large number of issues that come together to create a favorable environment for the spread of disease. A key element in improving the health of a population is the improvement of living conditions and information about prevention at the community level.
Program participants will visit modern medical facilities in Quito, and rural facilities in the Upper Amazon basin, Andes Mountains, and coastal Pacific provinces, to examine issues related to public health, health care delivery, community socio-economic development and education.
Students will also examine the role that traditional healers play as health care providers and their interactions with the “western” medical establishment.
A full program description is available on the official Tropical Disease Biology Workshop website.
Program dates
July 25 - August 6, 2010
Eligibility and enrollment
The multidisciplinary nature of the program makes it appropriate for students interested in public health and medicine, the environment, international development, health education, international relief work, biology, engineering, political science, economics, sociology, anthropology, economics, and others. Undergraduate, graduate and medical students of all higher education institutions in the United States and abroad are eligible to apply.
Enrollment is limited to 16 participants. Admittance into the program is at the discretion of TDI.
Application deadline
April 15, 2010
Courses and credits
Successful completion of the program will earn 5 OHIO undergrad credits.
A non-credit option is also available. Contact program director Dr Joan Cunningham for information on this option.
Costs: billed by Ohio University
Tuition: 5 OHIO credits
Program fee: $1100 - $2000*
Administrative fee: $150
*Program fee includes in-country meals, accommodation, transport and logistics; HTH health insurance.
Out of pocket expenses**
Roundtrip airfare: $450 - $750 depending on dates and route.
Passport & photos: $115
Incidentals: $100 per week recommended
Internet access charges; Meals en-route USA – Quito – USA.
**Estimates only. Actual costs may vary.
For more information contact:
Joan Cunningham
060 Irvine Hall
cunninj1@ohio.edu
(740) 593 9482 (Of.)
(740) 597 2778 (Fax)
