Elemina's mind was so clear and educated. When she looked at us, we could feel the power inside. She was so positive even with jiggers and spoke with authority. She knew her birth date and where she schooled. She worked hard, weaving baskets and offered to make us tea in the near future. We enjoyed her company a lot. The first properly educated elderly lady in the history of RUS. This video is intended for educational purposes and to raise awareness of the health problems that jiggers cause in Africa.
MEDICAL CONDITION: The condition depicted is known as "Tungiasis". It is an infestation of the skin by a burrowing flea. These fleas tend to infest those who have inadequate living conditions and sanitation. The flea lives both outside around warm-blooded mammals and inside poorly constructed homes. It inhabits dust on floors, cracks in walls and bedding. Shoes protect to some degree but are often not affordable or adequate.
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