Welcome to Angels in Medicine, the site that highlights the work of medical humanitarians: individuals and organizations who alleviate suffering for vulnerable populations.
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Inside a clandestine medical facility in Myanmar’s war-torn Kayah State, doctors battle to save civilians and fighters wounded by airstrikes and landmines, while struggling with limited resources and the constant threat of military attacks.
Discover how USAID’s decade-long partnership with Kenya’s government has revolutionized water access in rural communities. From Kakamega to Kisumu, local water service providers are bringing clean, affordable water to thousands of previously underserved households.
In Mozambique, Dr. Isaac Vasco da Gama, one of only three pediatric ophthalmologists in the country, leads crucial efforts to save children’s vision through surgeries, mobile clinics, and community training. His work transforms lives in a nation where eye care resources and awareness are scarce.
UNICEF Regional Director June Kunugi shares a moving account from Myanmar’s Dala Township, where innovative support programs are transforming lives of children with disabilities amid ongoing crisis, combining therapeutic care with financial assistance to give hope to vulnerable families.
Through UNICEF-supported community health workers like Glenda Mejía, lifesaving vaccines reach El Salvador’s most remote families. Armed with a cooler bag and unwavering dedication, she’s transforming healthcare access, one child at a time.
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