Dear ANPA Members, Partners, Friends, and Family,
In the wake of the devastating impact of Hurricane Helene, we at the Association of Nigerian Physicians in the Americas (ANPA) extend our heartfelt condolences to all affected by this catastrophic event. Our thoughts are with the families who have lost loved ones, those who have been displaced, and the communities struggling to rebuild.
Hurricane Helene is the deadliest hurricane to strike US mainland since hurricane Katrina in 2005! So far, the death toll has reached 227 and counting.
As an organization dedicated to improving healthcare and supporting our local communities, ANPA is mobilizing to provide aid and assistance in the affected areas. We are committed to working alongside local authorities, medical professionals, and humanitarian organizations to offer our expertise, resources, and medical supplies to help alleviate the suffering caused by this disaster.
How You Can Help
We encourage our members and partners to join us in this relief effort. Here are ways you can support:
- Volunteer: If you are willing to offer your time and skills, please contact Red Cross or join your local disaster response team.
- Donate: Financial contributions are urgently needed to provide medical supplies, food, clean water, and shelter to those impacted. Donations can be made via the ANPA Disaster Relief Fund at www.anpa.org. Please specify that it is for hurricane relief, so we can channel them to appropriate organizations.
- Spread Awareness: Share information on the disaster and relief efforts with your networks to raise awareness and garner additional support.
- Reach Out: Call and check on our members in the affected areas.
ANPA is committed to standing in solidarity with those affected by Hurricane Helene, and we will continue to provide updates on our relief efforts. Together, we can help restore hope and rebuild the lives of those impacted. Thank you for your compassion and support during this difficult time. to find out more about us and what we do, visit our about page here.
Remain blessed,
Cliff Eke, MD, FACS, FICS
ANPA President
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