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Student Midwife Ellenia went to Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, for her placement before starting a job in London. We caught up with her to talk comfort zones, confidence, and fundraising.

For many of us in the western world, the word ‘Ayurveda’ roughly translates to spa treatments, aromatic oils, and maybe some panpipe music. Is there more we can learn from the practice than massages alone? You better believe it, says Hannah Peck.

However you plan on choosing, the decision comes down to more than just cost. We took a closer look things you need to take into account when deciding, from ethics to safety and security.

If you plan on choosing your elective destination on the beaches alone, you’re doing it wrong.

We spoke to qualified Midwife Nada Majid about her elective in Ghana, and how it prepared her for the culturally diverse wards of Leeds.