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Unhealthy dependency develops when we do for others what they can and should do for themselves. This seminar looks at how
the dependency syndrome develops in cross-cultural ministry and how it can be either avoided or overcome. Stories will be told about mission-established
churches which avoided the problem from the beginning and how others overcame
it and can now stand on
their own two feet. Some attention will be paid to
how short-term missions
can avoid contributing to
the dependency syndrome. Time will also be given to discussing the implications
of sustainability in Christian medical institutions among mission-established churches.

This session will look at ways individual neighborhoods can be wholistically transformed— physically, spiritually, socially, and emotionally from the inside by the residents. It will present ideas of focusing on the assets that are found in people in the neighborhood and how those assets can transform their neighborhood.

This session will review
the epidemiology of anxiety and depression in several countries in Africa and Asia. Culturally and economically appropriate management for less developed and more developed countries will
be reviewed. Biological, psychological, social,
and spiritual aspects
of management will be integrated as applicable in a primary care setting.

This session will provide answers to your questions through interactive discussion and personal stories from a panel of experienced medical professionals who have served on the mission field. Each person who attends will receive a 3X5 card when they enter the room to post questions to the panel. The moderator, Scott Reichenbach, will group and select questions and direct them to the appropriate panelists as he guides a dynamic discussion on medical missions. Typical topics discussed range from appropriate training and preparation, to selecting an agency and raising support, to what to expect as you serve as a single or with a family.

TB remains a global public health threat. This session will explore the epidemiology, challenges, and global context of current TB control and prevention. Selected field-based solutions from developing countries will be shared, along with updates on innovative practices in public health from around the world.

Human trafficking is a growing phenomenon around the world, including in the US. Healthcare professionals may encounter trafficking victims, yet not recognize the signs and symptoms. The key physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual red flags that are raised by these victims will be presented and discussed. This session will use case scenarios to illustrate how to assess such victims.

TB remains a global public health threat. This session will explore the epidemiology, challenges, and global context of current TB control and prevention. Selected field-based solutions from developing countries will be shared, along with updates on innovative practices in public health from around the world.

Approximately 50 million people in our world are blind and many more suffer from low vision and eye disease. Approximately 80% of these eye problems are either preventable or treatable
with effective screening and affordable health intervention. 80 to 90% of avoidable blindness is in the developing world. This session looks at the major causes of world blindness and low vision and what is being done to combat these both clinically and in project planning.