Americares

Everyone deserves access to quality health care — but for half the world’s population, it’s still out of reach. At #Americares, we know good health changes everything. It means children can learn, parents can work and communities can thrive. That’s why we’re building pathways to health and opportunity for all. Because Americares — about disaster survivors, about free medical aid, about communities, families and the future. Americares about good health, for a better world. 💙 Learn more: americares.org/goodhealth

"Thanks to Americares, I can be here for my son and enjoy precious moments together." - Priscilla This #WorldDiabetesDay, Priscilla reminds us what access to care makes possible. With support from Americares Free Clinics, she received the screenings, education and ongoing support she needed to manage her diabetes — and keep creating memories with her family. We work to ensure people all around the world have access to chronic illness support, affordable medications and the resources to live healthier lives. 💙 Together, we can make a difference. #Americares

#Americares Emergency Medical Team is enroute to Jamaica to respond to the urgent healthcare needs following #HurricaneMelissa. With hospitals devastated, communities cut off and healthcare services severely disrupted, our team is working alongside local partners to restore access to essential medical care. The 16-person team, including physicians, nurses and mental health professionals, will operate for at least six weeks, providing free primary care services and mental health support to storm survivors in Chester Castle, Jamaica. Your support powers this vital work: https://lnkd.in/eTwdurig

Americares is deploying a 16-person Emergency Medical Team (EMT) to meet the urgent physical and mental health needs of survivors affected by #HurricaneMelissa in Jamaica. With dozens of health facilities damaged or destroyed, thousands have been cut off from care. Our team — made up of physicians, nurses and mental health professionals — will provide free primary care, treatment for injuries and infections, chronic disease management and mental health support in Chester Castle. Certified by the World Health Organization as a Type 1 Mobile EMT, the #Americares team meets the highest global standards for health care providers responding to emergencies. They will be on the ground for at least six weeks, helping restore access to essential health services and supporting local health workers who have been serving their communities despite immense loss. Americares is also delivering critical medicines, relief supplies and funding repairs for damaged health facilities, ensuring families and children in hurricane-affected areas can access clean water, hygiene products and care. Together, we can help #Jamaica recover. Donate to support our response and learn more in the comments.

Critical health infrastructure in Jamaica has been damaged because of #HurricaneMelissa. One way #Americares is working to get health systems back up and running is by supporting the Pan American Health Organization's cleanup efforts at Falmouth Hospital. The facility experienced extensive damage including the loss of more than half its roof, severe flooding and destruction of critical medical equipment. By funding cleaning equipment and critical supplies, we're helping restore essential health services to communities devastated by the storm. Support our emergency response efforts at https://lnkd.in/eTwdurig

It's the season of giving! And you can make your donations go even further to support communities with quality health care. Many employers offer donation matching programs - that means your gift to Americares could be matched dollar for dollar. Together, we can deliver 2X as much medicine, supplies and care to families in crisis around the world. Together, we can deliver even more medicine, supplies and care: https://lnkd.in/g6AEhm2R

"About 80% of the hospital is completely destroyed... The roof has caved in, we have lost our operating theater, we have lost access to our labs. The pharmacy is broken down as well." - Dr. Jheanelle Simpson, Black River Hospital The situation at Black River Hospital in Jamaica is dire.  Health workers like Dr. Simpson are doing everything they can to support their community in the aftermath of the Category 5 hurricane. An #Americares emergency response team is on the ground, working to provide essential medicines, medical supplies and funding to support damaged health facilities in the wake of #HurricaneMelissa. Your donation can help restore hope and health care: https://lnkd.in/eTwdurig 

These are the words of a local resident affected by #HurricaneMelissa. The devastation is immense— families have lost their homes, livelihoods and access to basic necessities. The #Americares Emergency Response Team is on the ground in Jamaica, working to deliver critical medicines, water purification supplies, emergency supplies and funding to help restore health services and facilities. Your donation can make a difference. Help us reach those in need: https://lnkd.in/gy6dp6ne

Roads are blocked, buildings are destroyed and the people of Jamaica are in urgent need after #HurricaneMelissa. Our team is on the ground preparing to deliver medicines, emergency supplies and funding to restore health services across the island nation. Learn more or support our response: https://lnkd.in/eTwdurig

Americares Emergency Response Team is on the ground responding to #HurricaneMelissa— the strongest storm ever to make landfall in Jamaica. The Category 5 storm caused widespread destruction and cut off access to essential health services in the hardest hit communities. Dozens of health facilities sustained major damage, including Black River Hospital, which can no longer admit patients. The staff continue serving their community, providing acute emergency care for storm survivors. Our team is preparing to deliver medicines, emergency supplies and funding to restore health services across the island nation. #Americares Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gNZxq8Ad