Note: Second Mobile Dental Unit for Use in India:
Our first dental unit is being used successfully: we thank the company DTS Design Dental Technical Systems for their generous pricing. At this time, we are raising funds for a second unit, which we will need for logistic reasons.
Oct, 2011: Physio research at Shangpa Rinpoche´s nunnery in Muktinath
We conducted initial research to find out with what types of musculoskeletal conditions the nuns at Muktinath suffered , and how they would best benefit from physiotherapy treatment and training. ...then were asked to write down the answers, and then discuss them within the larger group...
Oct. 9-10, 2011: KHCP-Medical Camp at Shedra Kalimpong/India
The 120 students at Karmapa´s Mahavihar (University) in Kalimpong did their first self-organized medicalcamp. All monks of the University got a profound check and treatment. The dentist who worked for the KHCP since 3 years, a classical doctor and a doctor for tibetian medicine did a great job.
Note: Kathmandu/Nepal, Oct. 9, 2011 - KHCP- works meeting with Sherab Gyaltsen Rinpoche
Just arrived from our medicalcamp in Mustang we meet Sherab Gyaltsen Rinpoche in Kathmandu. We talk about news and plans of the project at his places here in Kathmandu. With Lama Phuntsok and Lama Lekshey we plan the school issues. (VIDEO-HNY-Wishes by Sherab Gyaltsen Rinpoche).
10-2011: Medicalcamp in Shangpa Rinpoche´s nunnery Muktinath/Nepal
After a cumbersome ascent in an SUV, the team of Shangpa Rinpoche arrives in Muktinath. In the evening, dinner with Rinpoche and all his nuns in friendly atmosphere. After, we introduce ourselves to each other while Rinpoche translates and emphasizes the importance of the project. The medical camp start the following day at 3800 m altitude. The next 2 day, medical services are provided and the people living in Muktinath are invited as well. Shangpa Rinpoche invites us to a pilgrimage afterwards.
10-2011: Medical Camp in Shangpa Rinpoche´s monastery Pokhara/Nepal
After successful transfer of our new dental unit we were able to repair and clean teeth professionally for the first time under the supervision of our dentist Regina - a great success. Other members of the team were two further General Practitioners, a Physical Therapist and helpers, therefore we could serve not only all monks in the JCMonastery (now members of the KHCP) but also monks of the neighbouring Sakya Monastery and Tibetan refugees from the village. After all we went on a pilgrimage to Sherab Gyaltsen Rinpoche's Monastery.
KHCP-Presentation at Rotary Club and new optician-team
In 2010 KHCP for the first time was able to supply optical glasses to our friends at the Medicalcamp at Moenlam due to a Donation by Apollo and Klemann. Having heard of our work Rotaract, the Youthorganization of Rotary, started collecting glasses among the Members of Rotary in the south of Germany. Within only a few months they were able to collect the amazing amount of more than 1.500 glasses in excellent condition which were donated to KHCP...
Sept 2011: KHCP-Medical- and Dental Camp in Takdah/Darjeeling/India
Despite the earthquake in September and minor damage of the school building, the schools’ principal Lungrik conducted the annual dental and medical camp with local physicians. Here is his report.
Aug 10-21, 2011: KHCP at the FIL artist festival in Pollenca/Majorca
More than 80 artists exhibited their performances on this festival. On behalf of the FIL-organisation, the three artists Antonia Borras, Aina Cifre and Miguel Angel Albis supported Karmapa´s Healthcare Project by selling screen printings which were composed for this occasion. ... plenty visitors enjoyed the art installations as well the photos, video presentations and the information desk of Karmapa´s project.... live interview with Radio Pollenca.
Note: Kathmandu/Nepal, Aug. 2011 - KHCP-new clinic room for practitioner of Sherab Gyaltsen Rinpoche in Nepal
We are planning a clinic room at Swayambhu, Kathmandu. In collaboration with Sherab Gyaltsen Rinpoche’s Manang community, we will open a clinic room during the winter period of 2011/12. Mobile units will enable dental treatments, ENT and general medicine.
KHCP-Film Presentation/Lecture at Institute Karmapa/France while Sherab Gyaltsen Rinpoche´s visit
July 22-24,2011: Sherab Gyaltsen Rinpoche gave Empowerments on Buddha Green Tara as well on Chenresig and he read the complete Lung of the "Juwels ornaments" of Gampopa. In the evening after Rinpoche’s empowerment the KHCP gave a talk about HEALTHCARE – EDUCATION – INTERACTION. Many friends attended the talk and the film viewing.
Letter from Karma Dupgyud Choeling Monastery in Leh/Ladakh/India
After doing the KHCP-medical camp in march 2011 we receipt this lovely letter. We are happy about the quick progresses at place...
July 10, 2011: Hygiene education classes in Swayambhu/Kathmandu/Nepal
Street Dog Care went to Sherab Gyaltsen Rinpoche´s monastery and school in Swayambhu to distribute the "My dog is my best friend" booklet to the young monks!... In addition, our booklet explains how to keep a dog happy and healthy, and the little monks showed keen interest in hearing all the stories and they loved colouring in the books.
June 16- 26, 2011: KHCP-information desk in Karma Guen and Stupa Benalmadena/Spain
Again, we had an info stall in Karma Guen. Many friends visited and we gave out information. That’s how we were joined by seven more doctors and further helpers for Karmapa’s project. Our most famous visitor at the info stall was Sherab Gyaltsen Rinpoche...
June 2-5, 2011: KHCP-film night/lecture at DKL-course of Jigme Rinpoche
In a conversation with Rinpoche, we gave a detailed report of the current KHCP-activity at Karmapa’s institutes in Asia. In the evening after Rinpoche’s teachings the KHCP gave a talk about HEALTHCARE – EDUCATION – INTERACTION. 190 friends attended the talk and the film viewing and we found new helpers...
Water treatment plant at "Karma Ngedhon Ozal Choekhor Ling" nunnery of Sherab Gyaltsen Rinpoche in Kathmandu/Nepal
June 2011: Every year, the KHCP tries to set up specialised projects that help improve the healthcare situation in situ. This way Sherab Gyaltsen Rinpoche’s nuns in Kathmandu received a budget for the installation of a water treatment plant. Last winter they already received teachings on the importance of drinking water daily and its effect on the human body. The nuns sent us their pictures here.
May 21, 2011, Works meeting with Shamar Rinpoche in Zurich
Since 2006 we have had regular business exchanges with Shamarpa. We are planning a clinic room together in the north of India.. Rinpoche received extensive information on the successful winter tour of the KHCP team...
May 09-12, 2011: KHCP works meeting with FIL artist festival in Pollenca/Majorca - Announcement
A lasting friendship with Pollenca and it's artist Antonia Borras brought up this wonderful idea: Three artists from Pollenca, Antonia Borras, Aina Cifre and Miguel Angel Albis decided to support our Karmapa´s Healthcare Project. The stage is now set with the FIL-festival! On behalf of the organisation, these artists will sell screen printings which were composed for this occasion...
