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Philippines oil spill: An environmental and humanitarian crisis for communities who face loss of food and income
Read moreCoastal communities in the Philippines are facing an environmental and humanitarian crisis after an oil tanker sunk in stormy weather off the coast of Manila Bay.
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Six women leaders on staying safe and supporting women and girls in a humanitarian crisis
Read moreAs we mark World Humanitarian Day (WHD) on Monday 19th August, we put the spotlight on six women leaders who are bringing desperately needed relief to people facing crises.
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A newborn baby clings to life in Gaza
Read moreDiana* tells the story of the birth of her son, Yaman*, and her fight for his survival.
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Elcin’s story, Turkey: “I miss my children’s voices”
Read more18 months after the devastating earthquake that hit Turkey and Syria in February 2023, the needs remain immense.
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Having triplets in Gaza: Yasmeen's story
Read moreYasmeen’s joy at conceiving after nine years of IVF was short-lived, when war broke out in Gaza just one and a half months after she became pregnant.
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Birth under bombs: 9 months of hell in Gaza
Read moreSince the start of the conflict in Gaza, pregnant women are now three times more likely to miscarry. And if they carry their baby to full term, they are now three times more likely to die in childbirth.
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Zenab’s story: What it’s like to give birth in Gaza right now
Read moreZenab learnt of her pregnancy just three days before the war started. This is the story of the birth of her daughter, Laila.
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A day in the life of midwife Munguci, Uganda
Read moreMunguci is a midwife at a health clinic at Rhino Camp Refugee Settlement in Uganda. A simple kit could help Munguci and her colleagues save more women and babies' lives.
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Gaza: The daily hunt for nappies and sanitary pads
Read moreCARE has spoken to three women in Gaza who have told us about their daily ordeal trying to find hygiene products for themselves and their children.
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Resilience amid suffering: Nothing is normal for families in Gaza
Read moreYasmin, Dunia, Basem, and Sara have each endured the war’s brutal impact on their lives in different ways. Their stories collectively paint a picture of the widespread suffering and resilience in Gaza.
