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 …
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.
Cimran Sahro Bakat used to wake up every day knowing that she would not have enough food to feed her two young children. “Skipping meals became a regular occurrence,” Sahro explains. “And I began noticing alarming changes in my younger daughter, Cimran. She was losing a significant amount of weight. Her ribs became more prominent, …
Residents of Buulaley village were experiencing water shortages – with the nearest borehole 25 kilometres away. Find out how International Medical Corps and the Somalia Humanitarian Fund stepped in to help.
In times of crisis, violence against women and girls can escalate. International Medical Corps is at the forefront of preventing and responding to gender-based violence (GBV) in countries around the world. Our teams offer community-based services not only to prevent violence but also to reduce stigma for survivors and promote women’s empowerment and economic independence. …
Nurto from Baidoa in Somalia is only 30 years old—but already on the verge of giving up. Conflict has driven her from her home, she is in pain and her father’s death is weighing heavily on her. She will get through this, but she doesn’t know that yet. Meanwhile, 28-year-old Hakumo, whose childhood in southwestern …