Health Care
Medical brigades, mobile clinic, health education, and follow-up for critical cases in rural communities of Southwestern Guatemala.
10+
Years Active
20
Communities
6,000+
Patients Treated
4
Program Areas
Health in Action Program
Medical journeys are offered voluntarily by groups of foreign doctors to help preserve the health of people from rural communities who do not have access to a hospital or health center. Patients receive a consultation for a symbolic fee and receive medications for free.
Our goal is to provide health services in rural communities that lack them — allowing people to visit a doctor for general checkups and diagnosis of chronic diseases. A prevention area is also promoted where community members are trained in meetings with the medical team, building mutual knowledge.
- Medical Brigades
- Health Education
- Chronic Disease Diagnosis
- Critical Case Support
Conditions We Diagnose & Treat
Due to pollution, difficult living conditions, and poor diets, many communities face serious health risks. Our brigades provide diagnosis and treatment for:
Our Impact in Rural Guatemala
Patients Treated
Rural Communities
Years of Service
Lives Changed
Francisco's Fight for Life
During a medical journey in Mazatenango, the specialists determined that Francisco suffered from a tumor lodged in his ribcage. They warned that it should be removed as soon as possible — it could be harmful to his health, even causing death.
Thanks to the support of our donors, we were able to help this young man recover his health, covering all the costs of surgery, preoperative exams, and medications.
Francisco currently enjoys excellent health and has the opportunity to grow, study, and fight once again to achieve his dreams.
Mobile Clinic for Remote Communities
Our mobile clinic, "Mi Clínica", travels to the most remote communities in Southwestern Guatemala, bringing medical care to families who otherwise would have no access to healthcare.
Staffed by a dedicated team of local professionals, the mobile clinic provides:
- General medical consultations
- Chronic disease monitoring
- Health education and prevention
- Medication distribution
- Referrals for critical cases
Our Health Team
Dedicated professionals who bring quality healthcare to rural communities every day.
Dr. Andrea Tzun
Andrea brings compassionate primary care to rural communities. She diagnoses, treats, and educates families on preventive health.
Gabriela Racancoj
Gabriela provides skilled nursing care with warmth and dedication. She assists in procedures, administers medications, and teaches families about hygiene and prevention.
Julio
Julio navigates the toughest roads to reach remote communities. His dedication ensures that the mobile clinic arrives safely every time.
Aldo Calderon
Aldo coordinates every community health project — from medical brigades to clinic logistics and health promoter training.
Community Health Promoters
In the community of Covadonga, located in Suchitepequez, Living Heritage has trained local health promoters with the support of a specialist doctor in community medicine.
These promoters support their community with knowledge about disease prevention, provide first aid, detect critical cases, and refer people with health complications to the appropriate entities.
They also participate actively in medical journeys held in their community, assisting the medical team and training in new subjects.
- Disease prevention education
- First aid and emergency response
- Critical case detection
- Community referral network
How Can I Help?
Your support brings medical care to families who have never seen a doctor. Every contribution saves lives.
Medications
Contribute to the cost of medicines for patients who cannot afford them. Even a small donation provides life-saving treatment.
Critical Cases Fund
Help patients like Francisco who need urgent surgery, diagnostic tests, or specialized treatment. Your donation covers what they cannot.
Medical Campaign
Sponsor the logistics of a full medical brigade — transporting doctors, medications, and equipment to a community in need.
More Stories of Impact
Real lives transformed through access to healthcare.
Before the mobile clinic came to our village, I had to walk three hours to see a doctor. Now they come to us. My children receive vaccines and checkups regularly.
I was diagnosed with diabetes during a medical brigade. They gave me medication and taught me how to manage my condition. I would have never known without them.
Being a health promoter has changed my life. I can now help my neighbors when they get sick and teach children about hygiene. I am proud to serve my community.