Urges Individuals, Businesses, and Organizations Worldwide to Contribute to Provide Lifesaving Treatments Amidst Devastating Crisis
HAITI, July 26, 2023 – Haiti is facing a critical public health crisis with the October 2022 resurgence of cholera, putting countless lives at risk. As of November 7, 2022, over 600 confirmed cholera cases and more than 6,500 suspected cases have been reported in the greater Port-au-Prince area alone. The outbreak’s rapid spread has overwhelmed healthcare facilities, leaving remote communities in dire need of critical medical care.
In response to this devastating outbreak, Haiti Air Ambulance (HAA) has launched an appeal for donations to help distribute life-saving treatments to cholera patients. Immediate access to IV fluids is paramount to combat the life-threatening dehydration that cholera causes. Timely administration of antibiotics is also crucial in preventing further spread and supporting patients’ recovery. HAA is working tirelessly to deliver essential treatments and antibiotics to those affected, bridging the gap between critical medical care and cholera patients in remote areas.
HAA urgently calls on individuals, businesses, and organizations worldwide to join forces in contributing to the cost of life-saving IV fluids, antibiotics, and treatments to stand in solidarity with Haiti and combat this cholera resurgence.
Emergency helicopter ambulances are critical to providing immediate medical care and transportation to critically ill patients, especially in developing countries where travel to medical care can be arduous and time-consuming.
Haiti Air Ambulance, a New York State-based charity, is dedicated to providing emergency helicopter services to the people of Haiti, 365 days a year, based solely on need and regardless of ability to pay. The organization provides specialized programs that uplift Haitians in times of need, including helicopter transport, medical supplies, specialized training, disaster relief and preparedness, and humanitarian relief.
To support HAA’s life-saving efforts and ensure Haitians have access to life-saving cholera treatments, visit https://www.haitiairambulance.org/donate/.
About Haiti Air Ambulance:
Haiti Air Ambulance (HAA) is an established 501(c)(3) non-profit that has been in operation in Haiti since 2014. HAA operates the only medically equipped helicopter based in Haiti and is dedicated to making health care accessible to all of Haiti’s 11.5 million inhabitants. If you wish to learn more about the work of Haiti Air Ambulance and contribute to the organization’s disaster relief efforts, visit https://www.haitiairambulance.org/disaster-relief/.
For more information about the work of Haiti Air Ambulance and to contribute to it, visit: www.haitiairambulance.org
Media Contact:
Haiti Air Ambulance
Attn: Marcia Lehman
Haiti
708-288-1544
marcia@haitiairambulance.org
