IN a commendable display of medical expertise and humanitarian commitment, Arrixaca Hospital’s pediatricians and nurses have undertaken a transformative journey to Gambia, bringing healthcare and hope to over 1,000 children who face barriers in accessing essential medical services. This humanitarian effort, organised by the NGO Pediatría Solidaria, marks their second trip to the African country and has left its mark on the lives of both patients and local communities.

Comprising of three pediatricians in training and three specialised pediatric nurses from the Virgen de la Arrixaca hospital in Murcia, the team set off on a ten-day mission to Gambia. This mission aimed not only to provide medical care but also to empower the local population with health promotion and prevention strategies. The group’s activities encompassed a range of workshops, which were conducted at the local clinic in Fajikunda.