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30 October 2023
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The Faculty of Allied Health Sciences at Chulalongkorn University recently organized the 9th Parasite-free Project, in which faculty and students joined forces to share knowledge and provide parasite diagnosis services to children residing at the Pakkret Foster Home for Boys in Nonthaburi province from April to June 2023.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Duangdao Palasuwan, leading the project at the Department of Clinical Microscopy, Chula Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, highlighted the department’s goal to apply classroom learning to real-world situations. The project effectively bridges the gap between theory and practical application for students while benefiting society.
Parasites pose a significant health risk to children, affecting their development and potentially leading to issues like diarrhea. In Thailand, the climate and environmental conditions create an ideal breeding ground for parasites. These intruders often invade the intestines, robbing the body of essential nutrients and hindering growth. Common parasites, like pinworms and hookworms, can cause discomfort, itching, and anemia.
The decision to conduct parasite testing at Pakkret Foster Home for Boys in Nonthaburi province was motivated by the prevalence of parasites in many areas today. Moreover, the close interactions among the boys residing at the foster home, ranging from 3 to 18, increased the likelihood of parasite transmission. Lastly, the shelter lacked proper parasite testing facilities and care.
The Department of Clinical Microscopy received fecal samples from the staff at Pakkret Foster Home for Boys. Third-year allied health students examined these samples under faculty supervision. The results were then shared with the foster home’s doctor, who prescribed treatments based on the specific parasite each child had. Out of 96 children, 20 were found to be infected, with protozoan parasites and hookworms being the most common.
The 9th Parasite-Free Project achieved its objectives, receiving positive feedback from project participants. Children in the foster home actively cooperated by providing fecal samples for testing. Additionally, Chula Allied Health students gained valuable professional training, contributing to society and gaining practical experience beyond classroom learning.
Individuals interested in supporting the Parasite-free Project at the Children’s Foster Home can contact the Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, Chulalongkorn University, at +66-2218-1541.
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