Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–January 14, 2010. In the wake of the devastation caused by the earthquake in Haiti, the Federal Trade Commission warns consumers to choose carefully when considering urgent appeals for aid in the news, online, and at social networking sites. The best way to provide immediate help is to donate[Read More…]
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WHO: Healthcare Coordination Crucial in Earthquake-Hit Haiti
GENEVA–(ENEWSPF)–14 January 2010 — With Haiti’s health system hit hard by its earthquake, quickly delivering and coordinating life-saving care is an immediate priority. At least eight health facilities have been damaged or destroyed. Many people are unaccounted for underneath rubble, a large number of survivors suffer from severe trauma injuries.[Read More…]
Oxfam Team Dispatched to the Haiti Quake Zone
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–January 14, 2010. A six-strong team of Oxfam emergency specialists has been dispatched to Haiti from the UK today to bolster the charity’s response to the devastation wrought by the earthquake that struck the country on Tuesday. Cedric Perus, Oxfam’s humanitarian coordinator in Port au Prince said: “I have[Read More…]
Remarks by President Obama on Recovery Efforts in Haiti, January 14, 2010
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–January 14, 2010 – 10:10 A.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Good morning, everybody. I’ve directed my administration to launch a swift, coordinated and aggressive effort to save lives and support the recovery in Haiti. The losses that have been suffered in Haiti are nothing less than devastating, and responding to[Read More…]
Disaster Response in Haiti — How to Volunteer to Help
Silver Springs, Maryland–(ENEWSPF)–January 13, 2010. In the wake of the devastation in Haiti, the American Nurses Association (ANA) would like to convey our deepest sympathies to those who have suffered incalculable losses. For nurses who have expressed an interest helping with the relief and recovery efforts, ANA encourages anyone interested[Read More…]
Secretary of State Clinton’s Interview With George Stephanopoulos of ABC’s Good Morning America Re: Haiti, February 14, 2010
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–January 14, 2010. QUESTION: Madame Secretary, thanks very much for joining us this morning. SECRETARY CLINTON: Good morning, George. QUESTION: I spoke with the Haitian Ambassador to the United States this morning. He thinks that there are about 100,000 casualties, other estimates as high as 500,000. What’s your best[Read More…]
SOUTHCOM Deploys Assessment Team to Haiti
Miami, FL–(ENEWSPF)– U.S. Southern Command will deploy a team of 30 people to Haiti to support U.S. relief efforts in the aftermath of yesterday’s devastating earthquake. The team, which includes U.S. military engineers, operational planners, and a command and control group and communication specialists, will arrive in Haiti today on[Read More…]
BBB Advises Donors on How to Vet Haiti Earthquake Charity Appeals
Not All Charities are Equipped to Help and Some Might be Fraudulent, Warns the Better Business Bureau Chicago, IL–(ENEWSPF)– As immediate relief needs are assessed in the wake of the devastating earthquake in Haiti on January 12th, many Americans are looking for ways to help by donating to a charity.[Read More…]
FBI Issues Haitian Earthquake Relief Fraud Alert
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)– The FBI today reminds Internet users who receive appeals to donate money in the aftermath of Tuesday’s earthquake in Haiti to apply a critical eye and do their due diligence before responding to those requests. Past tragedies and natural disasters have prompted individuals with criminal intent to solicit[Read More…]
UNICEF Rushing Supplies to Quake-Stricken Haiti
NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–13 January 2010 – UNICEF is rushing life-saving supplies into the hardest-hit communities in Haiti. UNICEF’s response, coordinated with other UN agencies and the International Red Cross and Red Crescent is aimed at the children and women, who are the most vulnerable in times of crisis. Children under 18[Read More…]
