Responding to Extreme Flooding in Nigeria On September 10, heavy rains caused the Alau Dam to overflow, resulting in major flooding across over 40% of Maiduguri Municipal Council in Borno State. The disaster impacted more than 414,000 people, with 37 deaths and 58 injuries. It has also destroyed key infrastructure and heightened the risk of …
In the coastal city of Derna, Libya, thousands of people were forced to flee their homes in the early hours of September 12, 2023, after catastrophic flooding destroyed nearly 25% of the city. Storm Daniel had made landfall in the country two days before, bringing strong winds and months’ worth of rainfall in a matter …
As we reflect on International Medical Corps’ 40-year history, we’re highlighting some of the courageous volunteers and staff members who have dedicated their lives over the years to helping others. This profile of Dr. Dayan Woldemichael is the third in that series. We profiled two volunteers, Dr. Mike Karch and Dr. Chuck Wright. “When I …
The increased frequency and severity of natural disasters means that communities across the world—including in the United States—are facing repeated, widespread disruption and loss of livelihoods, resources and support systems. For vulnerable communities, and for those already facing conflict, displacement and disease, climate change is leading to prolonged states of crisis. The humanitarian costs of climate change have never been higher. Discover how International Medical Corps is working to address the health-related impacts of climate change through comprehensive humanitarian programming.
Assisting Children Affected by the War in Gaza Every child deserves a chance. To safeguard the well-being and rights of children affected by conflict in Gaza, we are providing child protection and mental health services for children at our field hospitals while training caregivers to recognize signs that a child needs mental health support. Our …
Dr. Javed Ali, who leads International Medical Corps’ emergency response, discusses the need to protect children in Gaza from polio, and efforts to help.
Global humanitarian organization International Medical Corps will begin providing vaccinations to children in Gaza as part of a campaign organized by the World Health Organization (WHO) to prevent the spread of polio in the region. Working in coordination with the WHO Health Cluster, International Medical Corps will offer vaccinations from September 1–4 in its field …
“After a storm hits, we go to the affected areas and meet with local leaders,” explains Dr. Jojo Cangao, a native of the Philippines and longtime International Medical Corps staff member. “These communities have survived countless natural disasters. To help them recover, we work together, delivering critical assistance to those who need it most.” When …
On July 4, while people in the United States were celebrating Independence Day, Jamaica was beginning its recovery from Hurricane Beryl. The Category 4 storm had not made direct landfall, yet it made digital and in-person communications nearly impossible, as almost all Jamaicans were without power and roads were covered in debris. Under these conditions, …
On August 14, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the mpox outbreak that already is affecting the Democratic Republic of the Congo and 12 other African countries “a public health emergency of international concern.” The rapid spread of COVID-19 four years ago made it clear that no country is isolated when it comes to health …