When the Covid-19 epidemic erupted, N95 masks were the top need. In a cholera outbreak, oral rehydration salts and IV fluids are crucial. In eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, where Ebola has killed more than 1,500 people, the critical shortage is in trust. With Ebola spreading rapidly in eastern DRC, Bilali Emmanuel David Lingo and […]

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A series of wildfires burning across Washington have forced thousands of residents to evacuate and destroyed hundreds of structures. Seventeen fires across the state have burned more than 200,000 acres, and fire crews are working to contain the wind-driven fires exacerbated by high temperatures and dry conditions. At least 65,000 people have been evacuated in […]

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Direct Relief today announced the completion of a new solar and battery energy storage system at North Side Christian Health Center, or NSCHC, the first project in Pennsylvania to become operational through the organization’s Power for Health Initiative. The resilient power system will help the federally qualified health center maintain essential healthcare services during power […]

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Direct Relief is closely monitoring the fast-moving wildfires affecting the Spokane, Washington, area, including the Old Trails Fire, Autumn Lane Fire, and Fairview Fire. Fueled by strong winds and prolonged drought conditions, the fires have prompted widespread evacuation orders across northwest Spokane, destroyed hundreds of homes and other structures, disrupted power, and forced the evacuation […]

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Over the past week, Direct Relief has delivered 612 shipments of requested medical aid to 47 U.S. states and territories and 23 countries worldwide. The shipments contained 9.6 million defined daily doses of medication. Medications and supplies shipped this week included diabetes treatments, N95 respirators, backup power equipment, prenatal vitamins, antihistamines, and more. Six-Ton Shipment […]

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There’s a place in the woods where a kid can be a kid. And that’s big for the kids whose lives have revolved around tracking their blood sugar, physical activity, eating habits, and insulin needs. “Camp Hopewell is the one place that reminds you what your childhood should be like,” said Alexandria Robertson, a participant […]

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As communities in Venezuela recover from the devastating earthquakes that struck the country’s northern coast in June, a 0,000 grant from Metallica’s foundation, All Within My Hands, is helping Direct Relief provide requested medicines, medical supplies, and emergency funding as health needs continue to evolve. The grant adds to an outpouring of private support for […]

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European Wildfires Massive wildfires across France and Spain have forced more than 300,000 people to evacuate or seek shelter as firefighters battle extreme heat, dry conditions and strong winds. In France, fires have threatened communities and tourist areas near Bordeaux. Spain is responding to multiple major fires, including a blaze in Ávila described as the […]

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“Live here, live for your child. Live for your brothers who are also injured.” Meet Volodya “Buddha” Rudkovsky, 33, a father and combat war veteran. He was severely injured in battle, after stepping on an anti-personnel mine while rescuing his comrade. He endured a painful recovery, including multiple surgeries, stretching out over months. After receiving […]

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The National Weather Service has confirmed that at least five tornadoes touched down across West Virginia and southeastern Ohio during the severe weather system that caused deadly flash flooding and mudslides last Tuesday. At least two people were killed, more than 950 households reported damage, hundreds of National Guard members were deployed, and emergency crews […]

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