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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 ...

Afghanistan

After Earthquake in Afghanistan, Direct Relief Commits $50,000 to Response

September 3, 2025

Cancer

Strengthening Ghana’s Fight Against Breast Cancer

September 3, 2025

Operational Update

In Northern Pakistan, Equipping First Responders After Deadly Flooding

August 29, 2025

Hurricane Katrina

Twenty Years After Katrina: Honoring Lives Lost, Listening, and Preparing Together

August 28, 2025

Flooding

Search and Rescue Volunteer Recalls Responding to Flooding in Central Texas

August 27, 2025

Hurricane Katrina

When the Levees Broke: How Community Health Centers Became First Responders

August 26, 2025

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