Healthcare in Cameroon
While healthcare is a hot topic in the States right now, Americans don’t realize how lucky they are!
I’ve been sick since the beginning of dry season almost 3 weeks ago, but I was hesitant to see a doctor here. I thought that the doctors had more serious issues to deal with – AIDS, malaria, typhoid, child births, etc. With my symptoms that appear to be either allergies to dust or a sinus infection, I didn't want to waste the doctors’ time.
This morning, I finally went to the hospital. From 7:30 – 8am, the doctors pray. Then, a doctor met me. I described my problem, and he gave me a prescription for a decongestant. He didn't check my temperature or look at my sinus issues… no listening to my breathing, looking in my ears, down my throat, etc. This is apparently normal for Cameroon.
I really miss having access to a great doctor!
