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Surgery repairs fistula and restores dignity and hope. Photo: David Synder

International Day to End Fistula

“The sad truth is, fistula is completely preventable with the right access to maternal health care.”

Medical Outreach: Mobile Clinic Helps Hundreds in the Dominican Republic

Medical Outreach: Mobile Clinic Helps Hundreds in the Dominican Republic

A team of 20 volunteer physicians and students examined more than 100 patients a day for five days.

A Snapshot of Our Summer at AmeriCares

A Snapshot of Our Summer at AmeriCares

“We were fortunate to be exposed to all aspects of the organization. As a result, were able to learn about AmeriCares at a much greater level than through the lens of the department where we worked.”

AmeriCares in the Field: Lebanon

AmeriCares in the Field: Lebanon

Our aid shipments to Beirut include wheelchairs, walkers and supplies to meet the health needs of 5,200 disabled refugees.

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Surgery repairs fistula and restores dignity and hope. Photo: David Synder

International Day to End Fistula

May 23, 2013
Medical Outreach: Mobile Clinic Helps Hundreds in the Dominican Republic

Medical Outreach: Mobile Clinic Helps Hundreds in the Dominican Republic

December 3, 2012
A Snapshot of Our Summer at AmeriCares

A Snapshot of Our Summer at AmeriCares

October 11, 2012
AmeriCares in the Field: Lebanon

AmeriCares in the Field: Lebanon

September 4, 2012

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Video: A Snapshot of AmeriCares

Video: A Snapshot of AmeriCares

August 16, 2012 Leave a response Shortlink

This video was created by our 2012 interns, who set out to produce a compelling short piece about our global impact. Enjoy and share!

Promoting Health-Focused Human Development

Promoting Health-Focused Human Development

August 14, 2012 1 Response Shortlink

AmeriCares works in many ways to help more people live longer, healthier lives.

AmeriCares has been sending medical aid to Ecuador since 1987.

AmeriCares Global Medical Assistance – Ecuador

August 8, 2012 Leave a response Shortlink

AmeriCares makes its impact in Ecuador with ongoing medical aid to help support health care for the underserved.

Chronic Disease Initiative Helps Patients in Need

Chronic Disease Initiative Helps Patients in Need

August 3, 2012 Leave a response Shortlink

The Chronic Disease Initiative helps uninsured people in the U.S. better manage their chronic illnesses.

Many Uzbek children in dire need of quality shoes received a brand-new pair.

Taking Strides with TOMS in Uzbekistan

August 2, 2012 Leave a response Shortlink

“These shoes do so much more than just keep children healthy. They make a huge impact on each child’s life.”

Video: “Where We Work”

Video: “Where We Work”

August 1, 2012 Leave a response Shortlink
Video: “The Starfish Story”

Video: “The Starfish Story”

August 1, 2012 Leave a response Shortlink

If you haven’t heard the starfish story, you’re missing out on an AmeriCares inspiration. The founder, Bob Macauley, was particularly fond of this story and the idea of helping the individual. Here’s one take on the starfish story and how it relates to our work at AmeriCares.

Video: “AmeriCares Abroad and at Home”

Video: “AmeriCares Abroad and at Home”

August 1, 2012 Leave a response Shortlink

While AmeriCares responds to emergencies and provides essential aid to countries all over the world, some of the most important work is done here in the United States

Unwavering Care in Changing Times

Unwavering Care in Changing Times

August 1, 2012 Leave a response Shortlink

“At the Bridgeport clinic, the doctors and staff truly care; they spend time with their patients.”

A young patient and her doctor at AmeriCares El Salvador International Health Clinic.

Empowering a Community, One Person at a Time

July 30, 2012 1 Response Shortlink

AmeriCares El Salvador International Health Clinic provides life-changing care to underserved families, treating an average of 30,000 patients each year.

Video: “AmeriCares Free Clinics”

Video: “AmeriCares Free Clinics”

July 30, 2012 Leave a response Shortlink
One Child, One World project, Ghana

One Child One World™ — Helping Ghana’s Orphaned and Vulnerable Children

July 17, 2012 Leave a response Shortlink

More than 600 orphaned and vulnerable children in Ghana are already benefiting from the project.

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This video, produced for Johnson & Johnson, was filmed in Ethiopia and Tanzania in March of 2013.Surgery repairs fistula and restores dignity and hope. Photo: David SynderVolunteer Medical Teams Provide Primary Care to Young PatientsAmeriCares 2012 Summer InternsInterns Bijal, Kelson and Lorena take a break to pose for a picture while working in the Warehouse.Summer interns spent a day volunteering at the Warehouse.
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