China Trains South Sudanese Medical Students on Joint, Infectious Disease

(MENAFN) A Chinese medical team in South Sudan recently held a full-day training session for medical students at Upper Nile University, focusing on the treatment of joint disorders and infectious or inflammatory conditions, as stated by reports.

Among the attendees was Peter Taban, a 26-year-old intern at the main referral hospital in Juba.

He was one of five students who participated in the lecture, led by Chinese specialists Fang Yong, an orthopedics doctor, and Wang Yatang, an ear, nose, and throat expert.

"We want to learn more about osteoarthritis and tonsillitis. This is the first training, and we appreciate it because we have learnt a lot," Taban said.

Reports explain that tonsillitis is the inflammation of the tonsils, often caused by viruses or bacteria, producing symptoms like sore throat, fever, swollen tonsils, and difficulty swallowing.

Osteoarthritis, meanwhile, is a degenerative joint condition that results in pain, stiffness, and swelling, limiting mobility.

During the session, Fang introduced students to the causes, clinical signs, diagnostic techniques, and both conservative and surgical treatment approaches for these conditions. He emphasized that the program is designed to strengthen both the theoretical knowledge and practical skills of local healthcare providers, according to reports.

Yong Yel Deng, a 25-year-old third-year medical student, described the training as a key part of his medical education. "Since I started my university education, I had never been taught in-depth about osteoarthritis and tonsillitis. I think this has enhanced my knowledge on the two things," Deng said.

The initiative reflects ongoing efforts to improve medical training in South Sudan, giving students direct exposure to specialized clinical practices that can improve patient care across the country.

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