University Hospitals Helps with Haiti Relief Efforts

After the devastating earthquake in Haiti, thousands of people are now left with a desperate need for medical attention and financial support.

UH and other American hospitals are closely monitoring the situation in Haiti to best determine how we can help the survivors of this catastrophe. Through our affiliation with the National Disaster Medical System, we have offered our assistance in:

• The coordination of hospital beds for survivors who may be moved to the United States for medical treatment, and
• Providing medical supplies and equipment.

In addition, we are also prepared to support the federal government’s rescue and recovery efforts by sending medical personnel volunteers and assisting with critical care transportation for injured victims.

How You Can Help

At this time, financial assistance is the most necessary form of aid. Here are some ways you can get involved with the Haiti relief efforts:

• Donate time, money, supplies or equipment by visiting the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) website
• Contribute money to Save the Children’s relief response
• Donate money to the American Red Cross or call 1-800-REDCROSS
• Donate $10 to the American Red Cross by texting "HAITI" to "90999" (the donation is charged to an individual’s cell phone bill)
• Donate to MedWish International, founded by UH doctor Lee Ponsky, MD, by visiting www.medwish.org

For information on friends or family members in Haiti, visit the U.S. Department of State online or call 1-888-407-4747.