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WHO was on the alert in those parts of the world experiencing humanitarian crises, such as the Democratic Republic with the Congo, the Horn of Africa, Iraq, Sudan and in particular Darfur, the Occupied Palestinian Territories, and elsewhere.

WHO provides technical assistance, supplies of drugs and equipment, coordination among health partners and disease surveillance.

During the war in Lebanon, which displaced thousands of people and caused damage to the health infrastructure, especially within the south, WHO mobilized to provide its help and to mitigate the suffering of the population.

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Although it “doesn’t take much to save the life of a person living with HIV,” there are 40 million people living with HIV worldwide, which means there are “40 million lives that need saving,” Laurent Fischer, who serves on the board of the AIDS Healthcare Foundation, writes in a San Jose Mercury News opinion piece. According to Fischer, the global investment firm Goldman Sachs recently announced that it is offering a “staggering” $16.4 billion bonus pool for its employees — a “figure that exceeds all corporate donations to charity in 2005″ and that nearly equals the “entire worldwide amount spent annually to fight” the HIV/AIDS pandemic. Despite the fact that it is “possible that global businesses,” such as Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley, “believe that global problems like poverty and AIDS are being taken care of by the likes of” Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation co-founder Bill Gates, former President Clinton and Irish musician Bono, one “could hardly blame them” due to the fact the “road to hell, or indifference, seems paved with celebrity good intentions,” Fischer writes. He adds, “For all their good works, celebrities and their media omnipresence can lead us all to believe, falsely, that the problems with the globe are being solved.” According to Fisher, $16.4 billion is “enough money for the global AIDS community to provide lifesaving treatment to everyone on the planet who currently needs it,” and 1% with the Goldman Sachs bonus pool, or $164 million, would “provide AIDS drugs for hundreds of thousands of patients on waiting lists for treatment in the developing world.” He adds, “In an age when charity has become much more of a business venture than an act of simply humanity, is it too much to expect multibillion dollar global investment companies to invest in … human life without expecting anything in return?” (Fischer, San Jose Mercury News, 12/31/06).

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Nothing But Nets, a campaign to fight malaria in Africa by delivering insecticide-treated nets (bed nets), announced today that it has received its first-ever malaria challenge grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. The grant was announced at an event hosted by the National Basketball Association, one of the campaign’s founding partners.

“Nothing But Nets provides an opportunity for communities everywhere to get involved in malaria prevention,” said Regina Rabinovich, Director of Infectious Diseases at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. “We hope that this challenge grant will encourage others to take the simple step of sending a net and saving a life. Working together, we have the power to prevent this terrible disease from spreading.”

The challenge grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation will match, dollar for dollar, up to $3 million in individual contributions to Nothing But Nets. It will be utilized by the campaign to procure and distribute bed nets through the United Nations-led Measles Initiative.

“We’re grateful to the Gates Foundation for their support of this campaign. Nothing But Nets demonstrates how easy it is for one person to make a difference,” said Kathy Bushkin, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, United Nations Foundation. “Under the leadership with the United Nations, the Measles Initiative has emerged quickly as a major supplier of bed nets to some with the neediest countries in Africa. We are delighted that so many individuals are now involved in this powerful initiative.”

New Commitments from the NBA and VH1

Representatives from the NBA and VH1 also announced their 2007 commitments towards the campaign. The event also featured Lynda Commale and her six-year-old daughter, Katherine, who were honored for raising a lot more than $10,000 for Nothing But Nets from their family members, friends, and community at the Hopewell United Methodist Church outside of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

“The NBA is proud to be a part of this campaign — our teams and players understand the responsibility we have to help improve the quality of life in our local communities and those around the world. Nothing But Nets is an easy but impactful way for all of us to save lives,” said Kathy Behrens, NBA Senior Vice President for Community and Player Programs.

The NBA hosted the Nothing But Nets partnership announcements at their store on Fifth Avenue and in advance with the January 5 New Jersey Nets vs. Chicago Bulls game, the first of a lot more than 20 in-arena awareness nights that will take place in 2007 at NBA and WNBA games. Behrens also announced that African Luol Deng (Sudan) with the Chicago Bulls and DeSagana Diop (Senegal) with the Dallas Mavericks, as well as Kyle Korver of the Philadelphia 76ers, Ruth Riley of the WNBA’s Detroit Shock, and NBA Legend Sam Perkins, have agreed to act as spokespeople for the campaign.

“When people learn much more about malaria and hear about Nothing But Nets, they are inspired to act,” said Tom Calderone, Executive Vice President, General Manager of VH1. “Together with all the partners, we’re going to help broaden the reach of this campaign and highlight the work that is being done on the ground to help save the lives of children and families in Africa.”

In 2007, VH1 will generate awareness by creating and airing a public service announcement about the Nothing But Nets initiative that will air on VH1, VH1 Classic, VH1 Soul, and VH1.com. The network will also produce and air a VH1 News segment on malaria and Nothing But Nets.

Progress to Date

Nothing But Nets was created by the UN Foundation in May 2006. Inspired by a column written by Sports Illustrated’s Rick Reilly, the campaign’s founding partners are the National Basketball Association, The People with the United Methodist Church, and Sports Illustrated. Other partners include AOL Black Voices, the Rotarians’ Action Group on Malaria, and VH1.

Bed net distributions are organized and implemented by the Measles Initiative, a partnership of the American Red Cross, the United Nations Foundation, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the World Well being Organization, and UNICEF.

Since May 2006, the Nothing But Nets campaign has raised more than $2 million, with average donations of $62. In November 2006, representatives with the campaign traveled to Nigeria to visit with families who had received the first shipment of a lot more than 150,000 long-lasting, insecticide-treated nets. The nets sent to Nigeria were the first of many that will be shipped to Africa through Nothing But Nets.

While malaria has largely been eradicated inside the United States, between 350 and 500 million people are nonetheless infected each year, mostly in Africa. More than one million of those infected die from the disease. Seventy-five percent of those deaths are children under the age of five. Every day, 25 million pregnant women risk severe illness and harm to their unborn children from a malaria infection.

One with the most cost-effective and simple approaches to combat malaria is through the use of insecticide-treated bed nets, which can prevent malaria transmission by 50 percent. It costs $10 to buy and distribute a bed net and to educate the recipient on its use. According towards the World Wellness Organization’s World Malaria Report 2005, only three percent of children below five in Africa sleep below a long-lasting, insecticide-treated net.

About Nothing But Nets

Nothing But Nets is a global campaign to save lives by preventing malaria, a leading killer of children in Africa. Inspired by Sports Illustrated columnist Rick Reilly, thousands of people have joined the campaign that was created by the UN Foundation. Founding campaign partners include the National Basketball Association’s NBA Cares, The People with the United Methodist Church, and Sports Illustrated. Other partners include AOL Black Voices, the Rotarians’ Action Group on Malaria, and VH1. It only costs $10 to provide an insecticide-treated bed net that can prevent this deadly disease. Visit http://www.NothingButNets.net to send a net and save a life.

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The Prem Rawat Foundation has joined forces with the United Nations World Food Programme to fight hunger and HIV/AIDS in Bihar, India.

The Foundation has made a significant contribution to the World Food Programme along with the Nazareth Hospital Nutrition and HIV/AIDS Project, which started last month. The project aims to improve the nutrition and quality of life for people affected by HIV and AIDS and their family members through nutritional supplementation and nutritional counseling. The Prem Rawat Foundation’s contribution will provide one year of nutritional supplements for 750 people, one year of salary for project staff, as well as the necessary training, assessment, and survey materials.

Created by Prem Rawat, known widely as Maharaji, the Foundation often collaborates with the Globe Food Programme to help people in need enjoy the most basic physical necessities. The various food aid initiatives around the globe have provided millions of free of charge meals to people in need in Indonesia, Niger, Guatemala, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, C?te d’Ivoire, the Philippines, and other countries.

In recognition with the Foundation’s contribution for the HIV/AIDS Project, Karen Sendelback, president and CEO with the Friends of the World Food Programme, said: “We are very grateful for the Foundation’s commitment inside the fight against hunger. Thank you for the continued, dedicated support of the Prem Rawat Foundation for the life-saving work with the Globe Food Programme.”

Prem Rawat along with the Foundation have launched a pioneering model of food aid called Food for People. The first facility was developed in consultation with village elders inside the tribal area of Jharkhand, India. Each month year-round, 45,000 free of charge hot meals are prepared and served to children and adults at a 10,000 square-foot custom-built facility. The facility employs 50 villagers, who grow some with the food on a 6-acre parcel of land. Food for People volunteers have trained these workers to operate the facility to high nutritional and hygienic standards.

The Foundation also sponsors totally free medical clinics in northern India. Volunteer ophthalmologists and optometrists have already provided much more than 10,000 cost-free medical consultations, offering medicine and prescription glasses to those in need.

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Desert Radiologists, Nevada’s largest and most trusted medical imaging company, partnered with Miracle Flightsfor Kids(R) in 2006 by donating $25,000 to sponsor life saving flights for Southern Nevada families in need. The goals set forth for 2006 were to provide much needed funding for flights, a week long public service campaign and a reunion event where kids can have fun and forget for one day that they are sick.

Inside the past year, Desert Radiologists funded 51 round trip flights for children in need of specialized treatments totaling 30,677 nautical miles. These children were flown to various treatment facilities throughout the United States such as Texas Children’s Hospital where a specialist has gained control of one patient’s epileptic seizures. At UCLA Children’s Hospital two brothers receive treatments for Hypogammaglobulinemia (the boy inside the plastic bubble syndrome) every 21 days through IV medications that keep them healthy and improve their energy so they are able to keep up with other kids their age. In Salt Lake City, Intermountain Shriner’s Hospital treats 4-year-old identical twin girls afflicted with Neurofibromatosis which is a genetic condition where tumors grow on nerves and on the body. One with the twins will most likely need to have surgery on her back at the age of six — four years earlier than they hoped. She will be the youngest patient diagnosed with Neurofibromatosis to have this type of operation.

During the year, miracle missions were also made possible to several kids that sought treatment in Southern Nevada, including a 6-day old boy that was flown to Las Vegas’ Sunrise Children’s Hospital for emergency heart surgery.

“Desert Radiologists is very proud to be associated with such a worth while charity that is saving the lives of children right here in Nevada,” said William Moore, Desert Radiologists CEO. “Selecting a corporate charity and providing much needed funds for flights has given Desert Radiologists a focused philanthropic program that our employees can be a part of. Our employees have been able to follow the stories of children receiving the specialized care they need and feel a part with the process.”

To gain additional awareness for the charity, Desert Radiologists provided a week long Public Service Announcement in August drawing attention to the work the Henderson-based charity is providing and encouraging others to help.

To wrap up the exceptional year we have had, Desert Radiologists will be hosting a day at the circus where these children and their families can enjoy a day of fun. On January 20th, the event will start with a behind the scenes tour where the group will receive a special look at how the circus is conducted, how the animal are trained, and have the opportunity to ride elephants and ponies. Following the tour, the group will attend the opening performance with the Shrine Circus at the Thomas and Mack.

“The support we received from Desert Radiologists this past year is so important to us, as well as the many Las Vegas families that benefit from the Miracle Flights program,” said Ann McGee, National President for Miracle Flights for Kids. “We are seeing an unprecedented growth in our flights and more often than not have to purchase tickets on commercial airlines for our kids and their parents. Desert Radiologists’ support provided the means that kept our kids flying to life-saving treatment. We couldn’t be more thankful for their help and belief in our mission.” For a lot more information about Miracle Flights for Kids, please visit http://www.miracleflights.org.

About Desert Radiologists

Desert Radiologists has been serving Southern Nevada given that 1966. Our expert team of radiologists is the largest group of physicians providing quality diagnostic imaging in Nevada. We have five outpatient locations throughout Las Vegas and Henderson and provide radiology services for 6 Southern Nevada hospitals. Desert Radiologists offers the most comprehensive procedures available including Angiography, Computed Tomography (CT), Dexa Bone Densitometry, Dental Implant CT Scanning, Diagnostic Radiology (X-ray), Interventional & Cardiovascular Radiology, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Mammography, Nuclear Medicine, Positron Emission Tomography (PET/CT), Stereotactic Breast Biopsy, Uterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE) and Ultrasound. In addition, Desert Vascular Institute provides a complete array of vascular services. For far more information visit http://www.desertrad.com.

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Although the “foreign affairs legacy of President Bush so far speaks most loudly of terrorism, Afghanistan and also the quagmire in Iraq,” statistics released recently by the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development indicate the Bush — “partly under pressure from his Christian supporters” and celebrities — has “dramatically elevated U.S. aid to Africa,” columnist David Usborne writes in an opinion piece in London’s Independent (Usborne, Independent, 1/2). The OECD statistics indicate that below the Bush administration, U.S. humanitarian and development aid to Africa has increased from $1.4 billion annually in 2001 to $4 billion annually. Furthermore, Bush has demonstrated a growing commitment to combating HIV/AIDS and malaria in Africa. Egypt, Ethiopia, Sudan and Uganda are amongst the world’s best 10 recipients of aid from the U.S, and U.S. trade with Africa has doubled considering that 2001. In addition, Bush recently pledged to enhance humanitarian and development aid to the continent to nearly $9 billion by 2010 (Kaiser Day-to-day HIV/AIDS Report, 1/2). Bush’s record on aid to Africa “has not been widely noticed in the U.S., particularly by Bush critics who prefer to play up his image on the world stage as narrowly focused on Iraq and fighting terror,” Usborne writes. He adds that although there isn’t “any apparent domestic political dividend for him in reinforcing his African credentials,” some “African specialists complain that simply because of” conditions attached to aid, “U.S. help is nonetheless much more about self-interest than altruism.” Furthermore, the “early anxiety” that PEPFAR was “overly influenced” by Bush’s Christian supporters is “fading” as PEPFAR has “grown in importance,” Usborne writes (Independent, 1/2).

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Three U.S.-based organizations have formed a coalition to raise urgently needed funds for programs in India to address the needs of women and families impacted by the surging HIV/AIDS epidemic.

“A Night for India” was organized jointly by AIDS Project Los Angeles (APLA), the American India Foundation (AIF) and the U.S.-India Business Council (USIBC) to combine their fundraising resources with their experience in India to fund critical programs created to slow the spread of HIV/AIDS and support HIV-positive individuals and their families. “A Night for India” includes a black-tie dinner at Avery Fisher Hall tonight and a post-concert Champagne reception. The centerpiece with the evening is a concert with the New York Philharmonic conducted by Zubin Mehta, also an honorary co-chair of the benefit.

India’s emerging status on the world stage and its 8% economic growth have been well documented, but this story could be derailed by an epidemic that increasingly threatens the country’s most vulnerable populations. India has the highest number of HIV infections inside the world, with 5.7 million men and women living with HIV/AIDS, based on estimates by the UNAIDS.

By joining forces, these organizations combine international experience in advancing social and public health programs using the management capabilities and resources with the global business community. Proceeds from the gala will benefit innovative, effective programs throughout India.

“India stands at a critical point in this epidemic, with HIV/AIDS poised to expand, but large-scale prevention and other interventions today could support contain a more serious epidemic inside the future,” stated Rema Nanda, Director Public Health of AIF, a non-profit foundation formed to accelerate social and economic change in India.

Currently, less than 10% of those needing the antiretroviral medication to fight HIV/AIDS are receiving remedy through the Indian government, in accordance with the country’s National AIDS Control Organization. Scaling up successful programs like those created by AIF and APLA and combining them with additional dedication from socially-conscious business leaders will improve India’s capacity to care for men and women with HIV/AIDS.

“Testing, therapy and care urgently need to be expanded and improved, while infrastructure and human resources must be deployed in areas that present significant challenges,” stated Craig E. Thompson, executive director of APLA, one of the largest AIDS service organizations in the United States.

The management capabilities and resources with the business community make it a powerful ally within the fight against HIV/AIDS. Business leaders are learning they must increase their roles in public-private partnerships to fight HIV/AIDS, because beyond the tragic human toll, the disease also impacts India’s burgeoning economy. The epidemic is predicted to reduce India’s average annual growth rate by 1% during the next 14 years, according to the country’s National Council of Applied Economic Research.

“AIDS is a critical challenge that could jeopardize India’s progress,” stated Ron Somers, President of USIBC, the premier advocacy organization representing the largest U.S. companies trading and investing in India. “Our member-companies recognize that taking a proactive role in socially responsible programs will benefit their employees, customers and communities.”

Maestro Mehta, whose father was the founding conductor with the Bombay Symphony Orchestra, was honored last year by the Kennedy Center. This evening’s performance reunites him using the orchestra he conducted for 13 years until 1991.

About AIDS Project Los Angeles:

AIDS Project Los Angeles, one of the oldest and largest non-profit AIDS service organizations within the United States, offers bilingual direct services, prevention education and leadership on HIV/AIDS-related policy and legislation. APLA develops and supports international technical assistance and capacity building initiatives including projects in India and Latin America. For more information, visit http://www.apla.org.

About American India Foundation:

The American India Foundation is a non-profit foundation charged using the mission of accelerating social and economic change in India. AIF mobilizes individuals and resources across the United States for its 3 areas of development perform in India: Education, Livelihood, and Public Health. AIF was formed in 2001 under the leadership of President Bill Clinton, who continues to serves as Honorary Chair. For more data, visit http://www.aifoundation.org.

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The United States-India Business Council is the premier advocacy organization representing the largest U.S. companies investing in India, promoting economic reforms with an aim to deepen trade relations and broaden commercial ties with India. For more information, visit http://www.usibc.com.

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Although Kenya has recorded a decrease in HIV/AIDS prevalence from 6.1% to 5.9% during the past year, the country’s HIV/AIDS control efforts could be undermined by delays in funding disbursement and other challenges, the Lancet reports. The Global Fund To Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria in November 2006 released $70 million in grants to the Kenyan government, which some faith-based organizations stated failed to account for previous Global Fund grants. The Global Fund had given Kenya a deadline by which the country had to present records of how it had spent two rounds of Global Fund money. Faith-based organizations say that government delays in providing audited accounts could cause Kenya to lose millions of dollars in funding. In addition, only 90,000 with the 263,000 people who require antiretroviral drugs have access to them, based on Alloys Orago, acting director with the National AIDS Control Council. The National Community-Based Organization Council said inadequate distribution of antiretrovirals is preventing many folks from receiving treatment. Tom Aosa, national chair with the council, called for the development of an efficient supply system, which he said would be particularly helpful at reaching individuals in rural areas. The stigma surrounding AIDS is preventing some folks from obtaining antiretrovirals through official channels for fear that their HIV status might be exposed, the Lancet reports. In addition, health officials have stated the growing number of HIV-positive people in Kenya who also have visceral leishmaniasis, or kala-azar, could cause a major well being problem. “HIV and kala-azar are a lethal cocktail, and efforts must be taken to control the trend,” Koert Ritmeijer, an adviser with Medecins Sans Frontieres, said, adding, “Kala-azar will remain a serious wellness threat due towards the growing number of men and women infected with all the disease as well as HIV” (Wakabi, Lancet, 1/6).

Kenya Faces Several Challenges To Combating Pediatric HIV
Pediatric HIV in Kenya is a “silent” well being problem that is being “overshadowed” by the decreasing number of new HIV cases among adults within the country, the East African Standard/AllAfrica.com reports. There are roughly 150,000 to 180,000 HIV-positive children in Kenya, and about 34,000 new HIV occur cases among children annually, in accordance with the East African Standard/AllAfrica.com. Getting children tested for HIV is a challenge. “Most parents are apprehensive about subjecting their children to HIV tests especially when they are not sure of their status,” Renson Mukhwana, chief pediatrician at the Comprehensive Care Clinic at Gertrude’s Garden Children’s Hospital, stated, adding that parents often also decline to have their children begin therapy when they are found to be HIV positive. Sometimes parents reject the results of the HIV tests and seek additional tests before accepting that their child is HIV-positive, David Kiptum, a doctor at the clinic, stated. Another challenge associated with pediatric HIV cases is that sometimes children who are not told of their status until they are older lose trust in their parents, Kiptum stated. Children also face potential stigmatization and discrimination at school, Mukhwana said (Onyango, East African Standard/AllAfrica.com, 1/5).

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Medical professionals sponsored by Utah-based spinal implant company Innovasis, in partnership with Eagle Condor Humanitarian, have recently returned to Utah after a successful week-long stay in Peru. Expedition team physicians partnered with three Peruvian doctors and performed various spinal-related surgeries as part of this semi-annual visit.

Surgeons left November 11 from Utah and returned November 19, 2006. These surgeons took with them specific expertise and knowledge often unavailable in Peru. Innovasis is providing funding, materials and equipment for these spinal expeditions.

“Innovasis is honored to be working with Eagle Condor Humanitarian, and to be part of life changing experiences for men and women in underdeveloped communities around the world,” stated Martin Crous, Ph.D., Vice President of Sales & Marketing for Innovasis.

“Both organizations are committed to enhancing the lives of individuals and families around the world. We believe in making a meaningful, positive impact on society,” Dr. Crous stated. “We also welcome and pursue partnerships with spinal surgeons who can offer the latest in techniques and skill in spine surgery to take part in this rewarding and unique opportunity.”

Eagle Condor Humanitarian is a Utah non-profit organization headquartered in Salt Lake City. Founded in 2003, it works with Asociacion ANDES ECH in Chiclayo Peru. Eagle Condor has 3 objectives:

1. Creating sustainable hope and dignity within folks of lesser developed areas.

2. Present a rich and predictable real life humanitarian experience for adults, youth & families.

3. Supply a perpetuating and respected organization where members and donors are confident contributions are making a difference.

Innovasis offers spinal product implants and instruments that address major pathologies and focus areas of traditional spinal surgery, including deformities, degenerative conditions, trauma and tumors, all of which can result in severe back pain and sometimes paralysis. Spinal implants are aimed at restoring mechanical and neurological function by readjusting vertebral positioning until bone fusion occurs. Founded in 2002, Innovasis is committed to providing surgeons with coaching, support and excellent customer service.

For info on Innovasis: http://www.innovasis.com and Eagle-Condor Humanitarian: http://www.eagle-condor.org .

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In response to the flash floods and mudslides that ravaged several districts within the tsunami- affected region of Aceh, Indonesia, the American Red Cross has been supporting the relief efforts with the Indonesian Red Cross (known locally as Pelang Merah Indonesia or PMI). To date, the American Red Cross has provided more than US $49,000 to support PMI’s response and emergency assistance to more than 26,000 individuals in Aceh Utara and Aceh Timur districts.

On January 3, 2007, the American Red Cross, in partnership with PMI, began to distribute emergency food and water, with families receiving cartons of fortified noodles and clean drinking water.

“We provided them with the immediate relief they would need to survive until they could resume their normal activities,” stated M.A. Halim, a disaster preparedness delegate in Indonesia for the American Red Cross, who is assisting together with the relief effort.

The American Red Cross has been in Aceh since January 2005 when it began responding towards the Indian Ocean tsunami. This has enabled the American Red Cross and its partners to respond quickly to this new emergency. Part of the tsunami recovery activities include meeting urgent immediate needs that arise in tsunami-affected areas. The American Red Cross has developed a fund for situations when a rapid response is required.

“This flexibility allows the American Red Cross to better serve those affected by the tsunami as well as new and emerging needs,” stated Halim.

As the flood waters recede, the American Red Cross will remain on the ground to ensure needs with the affected men and women are met. In addition, the American Red Cross will continue to assist tsunami survivors and their communities as part of its long-term tsunami recovery plans.

For more data regarding the American Red Cross Tsunami Recovery Program, see: http://www.redcross.org/tsunami.

You are able to assist those affected by countless crises around the world each year by making a financial gift towards the American Red Cross International Response Fund, which will present immediate relief and long-term support through supplies, technical assistance and other support to help those in need. Call 1-800-RED CROSS or 1-800-257-7575 (Spanish). Contributions towards the International Response Fund may be sent to your local American Red Cross chapter or to the American Red Cross International Response Fund, P.O. Box 37243, Washington, DC 20013. Internet users can make a secure online contribution by visiting http://www.redcross.org. The American Red Cross honors donor intent. If you wish to designate your donation to a specific disaster please do so at the time of your donation.

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