Pneumonia remains one of the leading causes of death among children under 5 globally, especially in humanitarian settings where access to essential health services is limited. According to the World Health Organization, pneumonia accounts for an estimated 14% of all deaths of children under 5, making it a top priority for lifesaving health interventions. In …
The humanitarian crisis in Gaza has displaced more than 80% of the population and limited access to healthcare, food, water, electricity and other essential services. Security risks and a fragmented health system have left many thousands of children without lifesaving immunizations. According to estimates, one in five children under 3 has either missed their vaccinations …
Our Syria mission recently had its first opportunity to serve children in Aleppo with visual, hearing, mental and physical impairments, when the Syrian government asked our teams specialising in Child Protection, Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) and Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) for help. When our staff met with administrators at the Al-Amal …
Little Muhanad’s health was deteriorating. Lack of food had taken a devastating toll on his health and left him increasingly weak, losing his appetite and struggling to eat or drink. Our healthworkers—supported by the European Union—were there for him.
When fighting erupted in Sudan in April 2023, it ignited a wave of violence that swept across the country. The conflict has become the world’s largest humanitarian crisis. In 2026, an estimated 33 million people will desperately need assistance. The Darfur region, already scarred by decades of conflict and instability, has become the epicentre of …
Afghanistan’s prolonged exposure to conflict, political instability, socio-economic challenges, and cultural norms creates a complex landscape for mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS). Limited access to psychosocial services remains a significant concern across the population. The pervasive stigma surrounding mental health discourages people from seeking help, perpetuating a cycle of silence and suffering. Additionally, high …
Thanks to funding from King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief), International Medical Corps has addressed a critical healthcare gap for at-risk populations in Somalia by establishing accessible, high-quality dialysis services at Garowe General Hospital in Puntland state. The project began in January 2025, and the new dialysis unit was launched in August in …
When a devastating earthquake left thousands homeless and fearful, International Medical Corps stepped in with lifesaving care and emotional support, helping families find hope and resilience.
In Northeast Syria, years of conflict, displacement and economic instability have deeply affected communities, leaving many families struggling to meet basic needs. Women, in particular, face many challenges, bearing emotional, social and financial burdens while navigating restrictive traditions and social norms. The loss of a family member or breadwinner can have devastating psychological effects, often …
After losing her brother in the Syrian civil war, each day felt heavy and slow for Aliaa. When her long-time friend, Huda, visited her one day, she told Aliaa about an EU-and-International-Medical-Corps-supported women’s and girls’ safe space, she started to get the help she needed.