It’s a bright new dawn in Cochabamba today as our patient, Marian, has recovered her ability to swallow food.

Bolivia is now among the top 10 countries in the world most affected by the coronavirus.

Hungry for a taste of Bolivia? Enjoy this slideshow with recommendations from Dr. Alvaro Encinas, Solidarity Bridge board member, missioner, and Bolivian food aficionado.

There was nervousness in the air. This mission trip was the first time we’d be working at Univalle Hospital, located on the southern outskirts of the city. What would the hospital be like? Would there be patients waiting to be seen?