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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 ...

California

‘The Nose Knows.’ Search Dogs Train To Save Lives

August 12, 2025

Hurricane Katrina

Twenty Years Ago, Hurricane Katrina Transformed American Healthcare – and Direct Relief

August 11, 2025

Wildfires

Direct Relief Mobilizes Aid for the Canyon Fire in Ventura and Los Angeles Counties

August 8, 2025

California Wildfires

Gifford Fire Response: N95 Respirators Available in Santa Barbara County

August 7, 2025

Flooding

In Central Texas, A Health Center Cares for Flood-Devastated Communities, First Responders – and Its Staff

August 7, 2025

Louisiana

Beyond ABCs: School-Based Health Centers Provide Care for Students

August 6, 2025

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