Greeting from SHAWCO health!

Thanks to the help and commitment of hundreds of UCT students and doctors the SHAWCO mobile clinics had an extremely successful 2007 treating thousands of patients, young and old, in seven underpriviledged areas around Cape Town, and looking forward to a very exciting 2008.  

By volunteering on the clinics the students have had the opportunity to examine, formulate a diagnosis and treat patients as well as teach younger students under the supervision of a medical practitioner. Student volunteers thus benefit by: being able to enrich their clinical skills, helping poorer people access health care and developing an appreciation of different cultures and life experiences in our city.

International students who have registered at UCT are welcome to attend the clinics. International students who have attended the clinic enjoy the exposure to primary health care and to township life. The clinics also provide a social atmosphere for UCT and international students to mingle and network.

We hope that the website provides you with enough information on how the clinics operate. Should you require any more information or wish to get involved please contact us!

Thank you for your support.

Britta McLaren
(SHAWCO Health President)