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Direct Relief News
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Emergency response and global humanitarian reporting from Direct Relief, an apolitical, nonsectarian non-profit with a humanitarian mission to improve the health and lives of people affected by poverty and emergencies.
Episodes
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Connect Podcast – Episode 4: Pokéthon Gives Back by Catching Them All
On this episode of Direct Relief Connect, StephOfAnime, a Pokémon-focused content creator, and Erick Molina, a Program Manager for Latin America at Direct Relief, discuss the Pokémon community, the upcoming Pokéthon event, and the impact of Direct Relief’s work in Latin America. The upcoming...
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Connect #3: Turning Traditional Music into Non-Traditional Fundraising
On this episode of the Direct Relief Connect podcast, Sab Irene, a video game saxophonist and music educator, and Paul Grankowski, Special Events Manager at Direct Relief, discuss personal growth through music and utilizing their skills for new philanthropic opportunities in the digital space.…
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Connect Podcast – Episode 2: “Cooking Easy Things The Hard Way” For Good
Graham a.k.a. Tabetai Cooking, a Food & Drink content creator, and Rose Levy, Program Manager for Global Programs at Direct Relief, discuss the joys of creative home cooking and how it can be utilized to raise funds that help community health centers. Cooking livestreams, innovation awards for...
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Mental Health Support Goes to First Responders of Surfside Condo Collapse
In the wake of the collapse, a team of clinicians and peer support members, led by Oxnard Fire Chief Alexander Hamilton, were deployed to provide mental health services to search and rescue teams.
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Connect Podcast – Episode 1: How Far Will Gamers Go to Support Charity? Jitsu May Have Found the Limit
Introducing Direct Relief Connect, a new podcast by Direct Relief. The show brings together highly skilled philanthropists and members of Direct Relief’s staff to provide an in-depth look at the organization’s work, as well as give a glimpse into guests’ personal journeys and how they came to...
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In Homeless Communities, Gaining Trust is Key for Vaccination Efforts
While those experiencing homelessness are some of the most vulnerable to Covid-19, the population faces substantial barriers to accessing vaccines. Many lack transportation to get to and from a vaccination site. Others live nomadically, making it difficult to commit to a second vaccine…
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Chronic Disease and Mental Health are Linked. But How?
Research suggests other factors at work, beyond diet and exercise. At Centre Volunteers in Medicine in State College, Pennsylvania, providers are integrating mental health services and chronic disease care to help patients better manage their medical conditions.
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Treating an Opioid Use Disorder Is Difficult. A Pandemic Doesn’t Help.
Getting treatment for an opioid use disorder can be complicated, often requiring daily visits to receive addiction medication under the supervision of a provider. While guidelines have been relaxed to reduce barriers for those seeking care, it’s not clear how effective the changes have been.…
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Growing Up in a Pandemic: How Covid is Affecting Children’s Development
Pediatricians are noting developmental delays as well as potential for long-term health consequences, particularly for children from low-income households.
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Sometimes, Getting to the Doctor is the Hardest Part
Chronic conditions require routine care and strict medication regimens, but for millions, transportation stands in the way of accessing timely health care. From rural communities to urban cities, patients struggle to make routine appointments. Some can’t afford a vehicle, others live hours, if…
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Mental Health Providers See “Unprecedented” Surge During Pandemic
As the third wave of the Covid-19 pandemic fills hospitals to capacity, mental health providers are seeing a surge of their own. “People are under so much stress,” said Ryoko Chernomaz, a licensed clinical social worker at the San Francisco Free Clinic. Issues at home – from increasing childcare...
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For Pregnant Women, Stigma Complicates Opioid Misuse Treatment
New and expectant mothers face unique challenges when seeking treatment for an opioid use disorder. On top of preparing for motherhood, expectant mothers often face barriers to accessing treatment, which typically involves taking safer opioids to reduce dependency over time. The approach is…
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Wildfires and Covid-19. Overlapping Emergencies Strain Resources, Demand Strategic Response
In California, six of the state's ten largest wildfires are currently burning, along with blazes in Oregon, Washington, and Arizona.
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“Way Beyond Their Medical Needs.” Health Care Providers Prepare for Hurricane Laura
Whether in the storm's path or further afield, safety net providers are preparing to keep the lights on and services available.
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In Sudan, Those with Diabetes Face Increased Risks Amid Pandemic
Rising food insecurity coupled with strained health care systems has created new challenges for those managing diabetes during the Covid-19 pandemic. When food is scarce and meals are inconsistent, people with diabetes may experience extreme blood sugar spikes–or dips–that can lead to heart...
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In CA, Wildfires Accelerate Convergence of Public Health Crises
California faces a convergence of public health crises as dozens of wildfires unleash hazardous levels of air pollution across the state. Smoke-laden air has exacerbated conditions, like asthma, while the menace of Covid-19 still looms, mounting a respiratory threat on two fronts. For the more…
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A New Way for Health Centers to Keep the Lights On
A battery rebate program is designed to help low-income people living in high fire risk areas, and the critical organizations that serve them, navigate future public safety power shutoffs.
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Fewer Medical Visits, More Unplanned Pregnancies. How Covid-19 Impacts Reproductive Health.
While researchers say the coronavirus pandemic is more likely to lead to a baby bust than a baby boom, it’s limiting access to family planning services and contraception. One-third of American women have reportedly delayed or canceled visiting their provider for reproductive health care services…
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Responding to Covid-19 in the Navajo Nation: A Front Line Perspective
In the Navajo Nation — a sovereign territory spanning 27,000 square miles — responding to Covid-19 comes with unique challenges. A third of residents don’t have access to running water. Grocery stores are few and far between. And many must travel hours to reach the nearest hospital. While the...
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“They Don’t Have Food, Period. Let Alone Healthy Options.” How Covid-19 Has Impacted Chronic Disease Care.
With many Americans out of work and struggling financially, managing chronic diseases, like diabetes, may be an afterthought. These health providers are working to change that.
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Responding to the Coronavirus Outbreak on U.S.-Mexico Border
On the California-Mexico border, the coronavirus continues to disproportionately impact communities where large numbers of essential workers and high rates of poverty render preventative measures, such as social distancing, nearly impossible. In San Diego County, the discrepancy between case…
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In U.S., New Trends Fuel Coronavirus Resurgence
As the United States reports record-high case totals, patterns in viral spread are emerging.
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Racial Health Inequities Persist. Here’s How Two Minneapolis Providers are Bridging the Gap.
Black Americans suffer significantly worse health outcomes than their white counterparts–from higher rates of chronic disease to lower life expectancy. During the coronavirus pandemic, these disparities have only been amplified, with Black patients dying at more than three times the rate of white...
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Dominica Nearly Eradicated Covid-19. Hurricane Season Could Change That.
On the Caribbean island of Dominica, hurricane season threatens to undo months of preventative measures taken to stop the spread of Covid-19. With only one public hospital and a handful of ICU beds, health officials acted quickly to contain the virus once the first case was reported in March.…
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Deciding How – and Where – to Send Supplies During Covid-19
Many countries – previously considered Covid-19 hotspots – have moved into new phases of their response, lifting multi-month lockdowns and reopening public spaces. While the changes signal progress for some, other countries, spared in the early stages of the pandemic, are now reporting dramatic...
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In the Midst of Covid-19, Florida Healthcare Providers Prepare for Hurricane Season
With Atlantic hurricane season beginning June 1 and Covid-19 still unfolding, health officials prepare on two fronts.
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‘Last Black Man in SF’ Actor Was Appalled At Mask Prices. So He Gave Thousands Away.
Jamal Trulove grew up in a poor community and spent more than six years in prison before being exonerated, and is now on a mission to help those who are where he was.
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Monitoring Population Movement as States Reopen
With about half of states lifting their shelter-in-place orders and reopening to varying degrees, many Americans are stepping out of quarantine for the first time in weeks. Restaurants are serving in-house diners, storefronts are opening their doors to shoppers, and people are going back to their...
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Covid-19 Exposes Digital Divide in Healthcare
As telemedicine takes hold, those without technological access may be left behind.
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Not Just How, but Who: Tracing the Indirect Deaths Caused by Covid-19
Covid-19 will most likely cause the deaths of many who never contracted it at all, or who contracted it and recovered from it. When it comes to estimating the lives claimed by the novel coronavirus, there are two considerations, said Dr. Satchit Balsari, a Harvard professor of emergency medicine...
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The Camp Fire Destroyed Their Homes. With Many Still Unhoused, Covid-19 Brings New Complications.
As Covid-19 forces millions into their homes, fire survivors who lost their housing in the 2018 Camp Fire have found themselves sheltering in extremely close quarters. “You have three adults and a dog living in a 17-foot trailer and its stressful,” says Magalia resident Joan Coffin. Coffin and…
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Coronavirus Response: Live Story- March
This live story is no longer being updated. For the latest news, see this month’s live story at Direct Relief News. For the latest case totals and donation data at a glance, be sure to check Direct Relief’s live updating map: March 31 – *** Today’s shipments for Covid-19 support went out to…
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Inside the Lives of America’s ‘Essential Workers’
As demand for medical assistance reaches an all-time high, shipments continue to health workers battling Covid-19.
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“The Tip of the Iceberg.” Infectious Disease Specialist Weighs in on Coronavirus Outbreak
The global health community is working to better understand coronavirus, and how to protect patients.
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For One Australian School, Repairing Classrooms Came First. Then Mental Health.
Australia's bushfires created massive impacts on communities, including those where lives and property were lost. Administrators at Buxton Public School are working to support elementary students as long-term recovery continues.
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As U.S. Ramps Up Testing for Covid-19, Cases Expected to Rise
As cases decrease in China, the number of known cases is increasing in other places, including the United States.
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Beyond Tampons and Pads: A Solution to Period Poverty?
A period product that has been around for decades is now being considered by experts as a possible solution to period poverty. The menstrual cup — first introduced in the 1930s — has gained popularity in recent years as a zero-waste option for women looking to reduce their environmental impact....
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From the Middle Class to the Working Poor, Millions in U.S. Count on Free Clinics
The United States has several de facto medical systems, and the one a person accesses often hinges on how much money they have, or their employment benefits. Those with the means to visit a hospital or private medical group often do. But for the nation’s vulnerable populations, a social safety…
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In America’s Heartland, an Unlikely Activist Tackles the Opioid Epidemic
As communities across the U.S. grapple with the opioid epidemic, a Midwest-based group is using unconventional methods to promote the health of drug users. Through street-based outreach, the IHRC has equipped drug users across the state with Naloxone—the drug that reverses opioid overdoses. Since...
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Ten Years Later, Remembering the Haiti Earthquake
Ten years ago, Haiti was hit by the deadliest natural disaster in its history. On January 12, 2010, a 7.0-magnitude earthquake struck the island nation, killing more than 220,000 people and internally displacing another 1.5 million. The disaster exacerbated existing humanitarian challenges and...
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Direct Relief’s Top Podcasts of 2019
Within three months of launching the Direct Relief podcast, thousands have listened in to hear the voices shaping global health. The podcast has captured the stories of doctors on the front lines of humanitarian catastrophes, first responders mobilizing in the wake of disaster, and the patients...
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An Aging Population Calls for a New Approach to Elder Care. This Health Center is Meeting the Challenge.
Urban Health's Plan's Center for Healthy Aging is taking a comprehensive approach to geriatric care.
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A Year of Disasters Brings Another Year of Response
From Mozambique to the Bahamas, 2019's disasters revealed challenges for those responding, and a signal for what may be yet to come.
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Cutting Through the Noise by Giving Thanks
While disasters seem unending and politics divisive, giving thanks may offer a much needed shift in perspective. This Thanksgiving, we sit down with Direct Relief President and CEO Thomas Tighe — who gives a refreshing take on the current state of affairs and answers the question on everyone’s…
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For California Health Centers, Access to Power Remains Open Question
Doctors used headlamps to see patients during most recent round of blackouts in Northern California communities. It may not be the last time.
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Haiti Is Facing a Humanitarian Crisis. This Doctor Is on the Front Lines.
Haiti is in the throes of a humanitarian disaster provoked by months of violent protests. Demonstrations have blocked supply routes, choking a nation already crippled by poverty. Accessing health care in these conditions is challenging, if not impossible, exacerbating existing health problems. As...
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The Need to Adapt to a Changing Climate
Massive wildfires, severe storms, drought — the effects of climate change are in full swing. While reducing greenhouse gas pollution continues to be a priority, adapting to the new climate is a must. Increasing climate resiliency has become a major concern for community leaders, from firefighters...
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Stress Headaches and Fluttering Heartbeats. The Kincade Fire is Eroding Mental Health.
The Kincade Fire has displaced more than 200,000 people in Northern California, upending the lives of residents across Sonoma County.
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Rags Instead of Tampons. Here’s What Period Poverty Looks Like in the U.S.
Pads and tampons are a simple necessity, yet women across America are going without them. The cost of these products make them inaccessible for many low-income women struggling to make ends meet. These women often forgo menstrual hygiene products in order to afford for other basic necessities....
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To Address the National Opioid Crisis, This Health Center Acts Locally
The Santa Barbara Neighborhood Clinics are using a multi-tiered approach to tackle opioid addiction.
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Emergency response and global humanitarian reporting from Direct Relief, an apolitical, nonsectarian non-profit with a humanitarian mission to improve the health and lives of people affected by poverty and emergencies.
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