The Cameroon Baptist Convention Health Board (CBCHB), in partnership with Banso Hospital, supervises primary health projects in about 45 villages. One of the few primary health programs in the entire nation, these particularly emphasize prevention, early detection and treatment of tuberculosis, HIV, and infant malnutrition, in addition to supporting basic health education, sanitation, vaccination, contraception, and supply of safe drinking water.

The majority of the personnel in these projects are trained in Banso, and receive ongoing mentorship in their roles. The CBCHB works in cooperation with United States Agency for International Development (USAID), the American Public Health Association, and the University of Cape Town, South Africa, among others, in perfecting and monitoring the results of their primary health care interventions. Medical students interested in working in this public health initiative must be in their fourth year. More

Cambodia ranks among the most disadvantaged in the world according to the United Nation's Human Development Index (based on health, education, and income). Established in 2000, Mercy Medical Center (MMC) is committed to quality, cost-effective care that meets or exceeds WHO and Cambodian Health's. MMC employs a comprehensive approach to preventive, curative, individual and community-wide interventions.

The leaders of MMC supervise with both Cambodian and international healthcare students in the nuances of creating sustainable health improvements. To this end, appropriate curricula has been developed for doctors, nurses, nurse assistants, and others, specifically suited to the needs of Cambodia. MMC regularly receives medical students, resident physicians, and students of other healthcare professions from Australia, Singapore, and the USA. More

EHA manages twenty-seven community health and development projects in northern India. For example, the Herbertpur Community Project in the state of Uttrakhand works in primary health care, tuberculosis control, substance abuse rehabilitation, disaster risk reduction, and care for disabled children. The Chetna Project in the State of Bihar provides primary health care, women's literacy, adolescent girls vocational training, and prevention of mother to child HIV transmission.

Whilst the majority of projects are associated with a base hospital, seven are 'stand alone' projects, with two in urban slums and the remainder in rural areas. Most projects include community organization, literacy education, financial training, micro-enterprise, maternal and child health, and service for physically and mental disabled children. EHA community health is also integrated with HIV prevention efforts that focus on behavior change. More

The Vellore CMC Rural Health Centre was established in 1954, providing outreach services to 5 villages. Over the years, it has expanded services to the entire geographic region of Kaniyambadi and today includes community-wide efforts to increase literacy, training of community health volunteers, Traditional Birth Attendants and provision of basic preventive and curative services at the village level.

On the forefront of these public health interventions, include efforts to prevent water-borne infections through sanitation and provision of potable water, control dissemination of TB through prompt diagnosis and DOTS treatment, development of micro enterprises for women and provision of rehabilitative care for those suffering from leprosy complications. Students of public health are actively encouraged to participate in the range of interventions, depending upon their particular interests. More

Community health is an integral part of Kijabe Hospital's comprehensive health care plan and an important balance to the curative care and educational missions of the hospital. A "Neonatal Community Health Programme" exemplifies one current community health intervention that addresses problems related to preventable morbidity & mortality. Kijabe Hospital's on going "AIDS Relief Programme" provides another current intervention in comprehensive HIV education, counseling, testing and referral.

The newest community health intervention is taking place in nearby Old Kijabe Town, where a continuous comprehensive health assessment is taking place, together with intervention planning in cooperation with city leaders. High priorities include motor vehicle and burn injury prevention. Students are welcome to participate in the full range of community health services, including survey, planning, implementation and research. More

Health leaders in this remote region of northeastern South Africa have established a number of public health programs in cooperation with clinical primary health care services. These involve tuberculosis control, school health, immunization, and child focus groups known as Phila Phaqa Phikinini. These groups promote survival and development of young children, and meet periodically to review childhood health data and community interventions.

INMED International Public Health students will participate in community education programs in cooperation with community health workers. They also will engage in caring for orphans and vulnerable children in connection with the outstanding Lulisandla Kumntwana Project. Mseleni community leaders complement public health training with opportunities in community development and job creation. The particular interests of students will be accommodated on an individual basis. More

Located in the Copper Belt of northern Zambia, southern Africa, Mushili Health Center serves a rural population of 15,000. Malnutrition, malaria, TB, HIV, polio, anemia, burns and traumatic injuries are common in this community. Both preventive care and limited treatment is provided at Mushili Health Center provides. Ibenga Hospital and Ndola Children's Hospital are located close by and offer care for those needing inpatient medicine.

Healthcare students from the US and UK have studied at Mushili since 2002 under the guidance of an American RN and periodic physicians. Students can communicate adequately using English. Victoria Fall, one of the seven natural wonders of the world, is located just an eight hour drive away, and provides an unforgettable highlight to serving at Mushili. More