Cupping
The 8th Annual Upper Mustang Health Camp took place in a public building. In the village of Tsarang, we used
Blood letting
Some of the treatments administed during our time in Upper Mustang were surprising. On our first day, a patient at the
Moxibustion
Many patients in Upper Mustang live a very difficult and physical life. Their daily work takes a toll on their bodies,
The science of healing
The treatments provided at the Upper Mustang Free Health Camp are based in Eastern (Tibetan) medicine. The medications are based on
The people make the mission work
Amchi-la Dr. Tenjing Dharke Gurung, President and Founder of Himalayan Guge Organization, counseled and diagnosed each patient during the 8th
Volunteer in action
In the remote Upper Mustang region, many people have never seen a doctor. There just isn’t enough access to healthcare in
Our work in Nepal
In December 2023, the first JJoy Foundation volunteer team participated in the 8th Annual Upper Mustang Free Health Camp. Over
Closing 2023 on a high note
As we reflect on 2023, we are truly inspired by the amazing work we’ve been able to accomplish together. At
Free Health Clinic in Tsarang
Our second health camp (in the village of Tsarang) is complete! People from 7+ surrounding villages traveled up to 5