HATYAI HEALTH CARE CENTER-SONGKHLA

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Thailand Education Social work Study Education International +3 Permanent

About the project

📝 Detailed information

🏢 About the local organisation

Hat Yai Chivasuk" Public Health Service Center to serve as an integrative medical center. It focuses on learning and integrating knowledge of medicine and Eastern wisdom to offer an alternative approach to healthcare. The services include traditional Thai massage, Thai herbal medicine, physical therapy, and naturopathy. The center is staffed with a multidisciplinary team from Hat Yai Municipality, including Thai traditional medicine doctors, physical therapists, nutritionists, and sports scientists. The center operates Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays, from 08:30 AM to 04:30 PM. The services are categorized as follows: Traditional Thai Medicine Services: Disease diagnosis using traditional Thai medicine, analyzing health issues based on the balance of elements and treating the root cause of diseases. 1. 2.Treatment with herbal medicines following the National Essential Medicines List. Thai traditional massage, including therapeutic massage, health-promoting massage, and herbal compress. 3. 4.Herbal steam baths to stimulate blood circulation and expel toxins through the skin. Postpartum care (herbal steam bath and traditional practices) to balance the body, expel lochia, help the uterus return to its original position, and stimulate milk production. 5. Physical Therapy Services: Screening and physical therapy assessment to identify the causes of health issues through evaluations of the musculoskeletal, neurological, and brain systems. 1. 2.Exercise programs for individuals with health issues. 3.Physical therapy treatment uses electrical stimulation, ultrasound therapy, and specific exercises. 4.Hydrotherapy for individuals with health problems such as osteoarthritis, back pain, and shoulder pain. Nutritional Services: 1.Initial nutritional assessment, including clinical evaluation, eating habits, and chronic diseases. 2.Personalized dietary advice, including instructions on foods to avoid. 3.Customized meal planning to suit individual needs. 4.Special diet programs for specific diseases. Sports Science Services: Physical fitness tests, such as sit-ups, push-ups, squats, pull-ups, short-distance running, and object retrieval runs. 1. 2.Exercise programs for the general public. 3.Guidance on proper exercise techniques, including correct order of exercises. 4.Advice on muscle training and relaxation techniques.

💼 What the programme involves

Volunteers will support Hat yai health care service center. The work will be on weekdays, Monday-Friday and weekends. Working hours will be 08:30-16:30 with Lunch break. Volunteers will support in administrative, place and que management for patients as well as community service, volunteers will have a chance to do the service in the communities with the health care staffs team. Volunteers can also learn Thai treatment such as Thai massage, local wisdom treatment with herbs and food, etc.

🏠 Accommodation on site

Participants will stay with host family shared room with family member, 2 person per room. You can help to prepare Breakfast and Dinner in the family. Lunch will be at the project site. Volunteer expects to eat Thai food and can help your host family to cook to learn Thai cooking.

🍲 Food

You can help to prepare Breakfast and Dinner in the family. Lunch will be at the project site. Volunteer expects to eat Thai food and can help your host family to cook to learn Thai cooking.

📍 About the location

Hatyai Health Care center- Songkhla

🎒 Leisure activities

Leisure Activities: Hatyai City, Samila Beach, Songkhla Old town

🤝 Meeting point

Meeting Point At Vspace

ℹ️ Additional information

What to Bring and Prepare:

Clothing:
Comfortable, Modest Clothingใ Avoid overly casual clothes (e.g., shorts, flip-
flops).

Comfortable Shoes: Closed-toe shoes are usually preferred for hygiene and safety reasons, particularly in a healthcare setting where you might need to stand or move around a lot.

Health and Hygiene Items:
Personal medications and a basic first-aid kit.
Mosquito repellent and sunscreen to protect against sunburn and insect bites.
Face Masks: If you prefer

Technology:
A laptop or tablet (if available) to help with lesson planning and
presentations.
Portable charger or power bank, as electricity may be limited in some areas.

Cultural Items:
Items that showcase your own culture (e.g., traditional crafts or food
items)
Cultural Sensitivity: be prepared to learn about these practices and be respectful of the cultural nuances in the healthcare environment.

Gifts for Students:
Small items like pens, notebooks, or educational games to foster goodwill
and create a positive atmosphere.

Cultural Items:
Items that showcase your own culture (e.g., traditional crafts or food
items) to share with students and teachers, promoting cultural exchange.

Local Currency:
Bring some Thai Baht for local purchases.
Familiarize yourself with exchange rates before traveling.

We recommend to buy local sim cards ipon your arrival for
internet, E-sim or roaming. You can use the internet wifi at the school

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