By Kimberly Laney | Senior Philanthropy Specialist
On Friday, September 14, Hurricane Florence hit North Carolina, causing extensive wind damage and catastrophic flooding across the central and southeastern part of the state. During this ongoing “slow-motion disaster,” millions of men, women and children have been affected.
International Medical Corps deployed ahead of the storm and reached areas most in need of medical care across the state. With the help of a mobile medical clinic that we deployed with a partner, our medical teams have served seven affected cities and towns, focusing on rural and harder-to-reach locations where health centers and evacuee shelters faced increased demand.
Tammy from North Carolina was among the millions affected. When Hurricane Florence hit, Tammy and her family had to evacuate their home due to flooding. They went to a campground, but that flooded too, so they went to a motel. Things went from bad to worse when the ceiling at the motel collapsed. Someone told her about a shelter, and the family ultimately found a place to rest there. Our volunteer doctors and nurses met Tammy at the shelter, where we were proving healthcare services to the residents.
Feeling ill, exhausted and stressed, Tammy visited with International Medical Corps volunteer, Dr. Moore. Like many shelter residents, she suffered from chronic illnesses: congestive heart failure and sleep apnea. Dr. Moore prescribed medication for Tammy, and helped her secure an appointment with a cardiologist for increased care. Tammy was very thankful that Dr. Moore and International Medical Corps were there to help her and her family during a very stressful time.
Across our relief efforts in North Carolina, International Medical Corps focused on reaching those in need of health assistance as well as distributing hygiene and sanitation supplies. Moving forward, our team is prioritizing building resilience so health centers and communities can prepare for the next inevitable disaster.
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