Program and Event

Dr. Carr Speaks on Women’s Health

Dr. Carr during one of her three lectures, with interpreter

From June 24-28, Doctor Katherine Carr, Professor and Assistant Dean for Graduate Studies, Seattle University College of Nursing, visited Vientiane to give lectures to Lao healthcare providers about women’s health. Her lecture concerning “Steps toward Healthy Living for Women” was shared with the College of Health Technology, covering ways to prevent maternal and infant mortality. She also discussed other diseases that kill women, like HIV/AIDs, cervical cancer and breast cancer. At Mahosot Hospital, she gave a lecture on “Key Tests and Measures to Strengthen Women’s Health”, involving professional medical knowledge suitable for conditions in Laos. At the Lao Women’s Union, she discussed several topics covering healthy living for women and families, which ranged from simple things like how to wash one’s hands effectively to news about life-saving technology like a Velcro-fastened anti-shock garment that allows the safe transport of a hemorrhaging patient.