In April, in response to the needs caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, Heart to Heart International began partnering with Hope Faith Homeless Assistance Campus to provide free medical services and COVID-19 testing to those experiencing homelessness in the Kansas City area. In December, our team of volunteers celebrated seeing 1,000 patients. This work is critical…
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A 6.2 magnitude earthquake struck Indonesia’s Sulawesi island early Friday, January 15, 2021. At least 42 people were killed and hundreds more injured according to the country’s disaster mitigation agency. The epicenter of the quake was 3.7 miles northeast of the city of Majene on the island of Salewesi. Thirty-four people died in the city...
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On Wednesday, January 13, Heart to Heart International (HHI) set-up a first aid station in support of Hope Faith Homeless Assistance Campus’ Cold Weather Center. Medical services are available to residents six days a week at the Hope Faith Clinic and first aid station at the Cold Weather Center. Wellness checks are also being offered...
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In 1983, legislation was signed to create a federal holiday marking the birthday of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. This federal holiday was first observed in 1986, and, in 1995, it was designated as a day of service. The Martin Luther King Jr. holiday on Jan. 18, 2021, is the 26th anniversary of the...
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“I have been a volunteer physician for Heart to Heart International since March 2019 when I retired from private practice in Obstetrics and Gynecology. Never one to be a stay-at-home doctor, I launched a second chapter learning my way to Disaster Medicine surrounded by like-minded medical professionals who care for patients in challenging circumstances. I...
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