Another member from the United States needed medical evacuation from Gilman’s Point, Tanzania, after suffering inguinal (hernia) pain while trekking in the country. Expedition leaders contacted Global Rescue, and our medical operations team initiated a helicopter evacuation due to concerns of hernia strangulation.

Despite logistical challenges, the team completed the evacuation in the morning and the member was safely transported to a medical center for evaluation where they diagnosed an uncomplicated hernia. After successful treatment, treating physicians advised the member to seek follow-up care upon returning to his Texas home.