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Operational Update

As Severe Storm Threatens Hawai'i, Direct Relief Ready to Respond

A severe Kona storm is bringing flash-flood risk to Hawai'i. Direct Relief is coordinating with local health partners on any emerg...

California

For Patients Behind on Rent, L.A. Health Center Provides a Lifeline

St. John’s Community Health Center is tackling Los Angeles' housing crisis by connecting patients to vital rental a...

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Extreme Weather

Deadly Tornadoes Strike Communities in Michigan, Oklahoma

DETROIT — Eight people were killed after tornadoes tore through parts of Michigan and Oklahoma late last week, leaving survivors facing immediate and long-term health risks. An EF3 twister ...

Hurricane Melissa

On the Ground in Jamaica, Direct Relief Emergency Team Reports Devastation, Heroism after Melissa

November 3, 2025

Hurricane Melissa

Second Disaster: After Hurricane Melissa Kills Dozens, The Caribbean Faces These Five Threats to Health

October 31, 2025

Hurricane Melissa

A New Shipment to Jamaica Meets Post-Hurricane Needs, Part of Large-Scale Medical Aid Response

October 31, 2025

Hurricane Melissa

Hurricane Melissa Left Devastation Behind. Medical Aid was Already Ready and Waiting.

October 30, 2025

Health

How Direct Relief and Boehringer Ingelheim Brought Advanced Stroke Treatment to 30 Low-Income Countries Around the Globe

October 30, 2025

Hurricane Melissa

Direct Relief Scales Up Caribbean Support as Hurricane Melissa Slams Jamaica

October 28, 2025

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