Gaza: Direct Relief Providing Support for Clinics, Hospitals
January 29, 2009
Direct Relief International is working with colleague nonprofit organization American Near East Refugee Aid (ANERA) to provide humanitarian assistance in Gaza.
Direct Relief today released six tons of essential medicines, supplies, and durable medical equipment valued at $323,972 (wholesale) for use in clinics and hospitals throughout Gaza as well as facilities supported by ANERA in the West Bank. The specifically requested materials include analgesics, antibiotics, surgical supplies, and exam tables.
Founded in 1968, apolitical and nonsectarian ANERA provides health, education, and employment programs for impoverished families in the Middle East. Direct Relief has supported ANERA since 2004 with medical aid totaling $1.8 million (wholesale).
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Incident: December 27, 2008 to January 18, 2009
Human Cost: More than 1,300 killed and 5,600 injured, according to the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Human Affairs (UNOCHA).
Direct Relief Response: Six tons of medical material aid sent to the region January 29, 2009.
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