Chinese-American Doctor Returns from Afghanistan

Chan told the Sing Tao Daily that years of war have destroyed necessary infrastructure in Kabul; people cannot get clean water or receive timely medical care. Outside of Kabul it is even more difficult for people to receive medical care. Children could die simply because of dehydration. Colds, pneumonia, pre-mature birth, and infection among babies are common in Afghanistan, where the illnesses can often lead to death. Chan says that in his one month there, he saw that the people in Afghanistan were still hopeful, warm, and friendly and he was touched and inspired by efforts by local doctors to train students. The Medical Team International program launched in November of 2001 as a volunteer group of doctors who treat families and refugees in Afghanistan. To date, the organization has delivered more than $3.9 million of medical supplies.

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