Health charities

American Lebanese Syrian Associated Charities (ALSAC) has been the exclusive fundraising arm of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital since 1957. ALSAC is the fourth largest healthcare related charity in the United States. The charity's national executive office is located in Memphis, Tennessee across the street from the hospital itself. ...more on Wikipedia about "American Lebanese Syrian Associated Charities"

The Campaign for Access to Essential Medicines is an international campaign started by Médecins Sans Frontières to increase the availability of "essential medicines" in developing countries. Infectious diseases like malaria, sleeping sickness and tuberculosis, all of which are uncommon in developed countries, can be effectively treated with certain drugs (the "essential medicines"), but these drugs are usually very expensive, out of production or little understood. ...more on Wikipedia about "Campaign for Access to Essential Medicines"

The Central Park Medical Unit (CPMU) is an all- volunteer ambulance service that provides completely free emergency medical service to patrons of Central Park and the surrounding streets, in Manhattan, New York City. In addition to its two ambulances, CPMU also operates a rapid-response bike patrol, particularly during major events such as the New York City Marathon, the 1998 Goodwill Games, and concerts in Central Park (like the 2003 Dave Matthews Band Concert). CPMU has also helped the greater New York City community during the 1993 World Trade Center bombing, the September 11, 2001 attacks on the World Trade Center, the American Airlines Flight 587 crash, and the 2003 North America blackout. ...more on Wikipedia about "Central Park Medical Unit"

The Children's Miracle Network is an international non-profit organization that raises funds for Children's hospitals, medical research and community awareness of children's health issues. The organization, founded in 1983 by Marie Osmond and John Schneider, is headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah. To date, the Children's Miracle Network claims to have raised over $2.2 Billion dollars which is distributed directly to a network of 170 hospitals. ...more on Wikipedia about "Children's Miracle Network"

The Children's Organ Transplant Association is a nonprofit organization based in Bloomington, Indiana that helps raise funds for and promote awareness of children and young adults in need of life-saving organ, bone marrow, cord blood, or stem cell transplants. ...more on Wikipedia about "Children's Organ Transplant Association"

The Dr Hadwen Trust is a registered British medical research charity which has been developing alternatives to replace animal experiments for 30 years. The trust funds non-animal research into major health problems such as cancer, heart disease, meningitis and Alzheimer's disease. ...more on Wikipedia about "Dr Hadwen Trust"

Easter Seals is an American charitable organization serving individuals with disabilities and their families. ...more on Wikipedia about "Easter Seals (US)" shortopedia, it's as simple as that! Health_charities

The First Aid Nursing Yeomanry (Princess Royal's Volunteer Corps) (FANY(PRVC) - pronounced Fanny) is a British independent all- female unit and registered charity affiliated to, but not part of, the Territorial Army. It was formed as the First Aid Nursing Yeomanry in 1907 as a first aid link between the field hospitals and the front lines, and was given the yeomanry title as all its members were originally mounted on horseback. In the Second World War, the FANY formed the initial driver companies of the Auxiliary Territorial Service, as well as serving as a parent unit for many females that undertook espionage work for the Special Operations Executive. Three of these were awarded the George Cross for their service. Since the end of the war, the corps has specialised in communications for the Army and the City of London Police. Corps members are trained in radio communications, paramedical skills, map reading, navigation and orienteering, shooting, self defence and survival techniques, advanced driving and casualty bureau documentation. On formal occasions they still wear a uniform similar to that worn by the Auxiliary Territorial Service in the Second World War (although their working dress is similar to that of the modern British Army). They also have their own rank system. ...more on Wikipedia about "First Aid Nursing Yeomanry"

The Four Diamonds Fund is a charitable organization based out of Penn State Hershey Medical Center. Its ultimate objective is to "conquer childhood cancer". They take a three-pronged approach to this: medical care, financial and emotional support, and pediatric cancer research. Any child being treated for pediatric cancer at Penn State Hershey is eligible for support, and the Fund's policy is to fully cover all medical costs not paid by insurance. Essentially, families never see a bill. They have helped nearly 2,000 families since 1972 and approximately 90 new families receive support each year. ...more on Wikipedia about "Four Diamonds Fund"

Galloway's Society for the Blind is one of Lancashire's oldest charities, established in 1867 following a public meeting in the Corn Exchange, Preston. ...more on Wikipedia about "Galloway's Society for the Blind"

In 1980 the committee "Ärzte für die Dritte Welt" (Doctors for developing countries) was established by Jesuit Father Bernhard Ehlen. The committee was found in Frankfurt/ Germany and still has its location there. ...more on Wikipedia about "German Doctors for Developing Countries"

Helen Keller International (HKI) combats the causes and consequences of blindness and malnutrition by establishing programs based on evidence and research in vision, health and nutrition. Founded in 1915 by Helen Keller and George Kessler, the organization’s mission is to save the sight and lives of the most vulnerable and disadvantaged. HKI’s two major areas of expertise are Eye Health and Health and Nutrition. Its Eye Health programs address the major causes of blindness in the world, including cataract, trachoma and onchocerciasis, and treating refractive error. Its Health and Nutrition programs include vitamin A, iron/folate, and multi-micronutrient supplementation, fortification of commonly used foods, dietary diversification, community- and school-gardening as well as school health activities, the promotion of breastfeeding and complementary feeding, and nutritional surveillance to provide critical data to governments and other development partners. Each year, HKI's programs benefit millions of people. ...more on Wikipedia about "Helen Keller International"

“Help children” international action was initiated in 2005 by a team of the Ukrainian and Russian journalists and writers that published in the Internet their appeal to publishers. The appeal text is quoted below. ...more on Wikipedia about "Help children"

The Humane Research Trust is a British medical research charity with the aim of spreading the practice of humane research. They work with scientists as well as students to further the commitment of non- animal based research. ...more on Wikipedia about "Humane Research Trust"

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The Inflammatory Breast Cancer Association (IBC Help) is a cancer ...more on Wikipedia about "Inflammatory Breast Cancer Association"

The Lance Armstrong Foundation (LAF) is a United States charitable organization that provides support for people with cancer. Based in Austin, Texas, it was founded in 1997 by cancer survivor and champion cyclist, Lance Armstrong. ...more on Wikipedia about "Lance Armstrong Foundation"

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is a secular humanitarian-aid non-governmental organisation most recognised for its projects in war-torn regions and developing countries facing endemic disease. Created in 1971 by a small group of French doctors led by Bernard Kouchner, the organisation is known worldwide simply as MSF, except in the United States of America where the translated name Doctors Without Borders is prevalent. ...more on Wikipedia about "Médecins Sans Frontières"

Mercy Ships is a global charity engaged in bringing humanitarian aid to developing nations. Founded in 1978 by Youth With A Mission, it operates a fleet of hospital ships to provide free healthcare and community development to developing nations. Its fleet currently comprises: ...more on Wikipedia about "Mercy Ships"

Northwest Medical Teams International is a non-profit humanitarian aid organization founded in 1979 which helped more than 1.5 million people in 2002-2003. Its mission is to "demonstrate the love of Christ to people affected by disaster, conflict and poverty." ...more on Wikipedia about "Northwest Medical Teams International"

Research into Ageing is a British medical research trust with the charity Help the Aged. ...more on Wikipedia about "Research into Ageing"

The Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia (RFDS, informally known as The Flying Doctors) is an air ambulance service for those living in the remote inland areas of Australia. It is a not-for-profit organization which provides both emergency assistance and primary health care to people who cannot easily access a hospital or general practice due to the prohibitive distances of the Outback. The Service also assists with distance education. ...more on Wikipedia about "Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia"

The Royal National Institute of the Blind (RNIB) is a United Kingdom charity, which was set up to lobby for and help people who are blind or partially sighted. Their patron is the Queen. ...more on Wikipedia about "Royal National Institute of the Blind"

St John Ambulance Australia (SJAA) is a self funded charitable organisation that is dedicated to helping people in sickness, suffering and fanger. It is a priory of the British Order of St. John. ...more on Wikipedia about "St. John Ambulance Australia"

The Sunshine Kids Foundation is a non-profit organization that provides a variety of free programs and events for children who are getting cancer treatments in hospitals across North America. The Sunshine Kids Foundation was established in 1982. ...more on Wikipedia about "Sunshine Kids Foundation"

Tajikistan Support Project (TSP) ...more on Wikipedia about "Tajikistan Support Project"

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