In the aftermath of the devastating earthquake that struck Turkey, Doctors Without Borders (MSF) mobilized its emergency response team to provide lifesaving medical care to thousands of affected people.
Massive earthquake causes widespread destruction
A powerful 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck southeastern Turkey on February 6, causing widespread destruction and chaos. The earthquake, which was followed by several aftershocks, left thousands injured and trapped under the rubble of collapsed buildings. Affected areas are struggling to cope with the disaster, and many residents are left without access to basic necessities such as food, water and medical care.
MSF responds with emergency medical teams
In response to the disaster, MSF deployed a team of emergency medical experts to affected areas. The team, consisting of surgeons, doctors, nurses and logisticians, set up medical facilities in the city of Gaziantep, located about 60 kilometers from the epicenter of the earthquake.
The MSF team provides emergency medical care to injured patients, including surgery, trauma care and treatment for various conditions. The team also conducts rapid needs assessments to identify the most urgent medical needs and works closely with local health authorities to ensure its response is coordinated and effective.
Lifesaving medical care for thousands
Since arriving in Türkiye, the MSF team has treated more than 2,000 patients, many of them seriously injured. The team performed numerous surgeries, including amputations, and provided emergency medical care to patients suffering from a variety of conditions, including heart attacks, strokes and injuries caused by collapsed buildings.
The MSF team also provides medical care to children, who are among the most vulnerable populations affected by the disaster. The team has established a pediatrics department at its medical facility, where children receive care for injuries and medical problems such as respiratory distress and dehydration.
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In the aftermath of the devastating earthquake that struck Turkey, Doctors Without Borders (MSF) mobilized its emergency response team to provide lifesaving medical care to thousands of affected people.
Magnitude 7.8 earthquake causes widespread destruction
A powerful 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck southeastern Turkey on February 6, causing widespread destruction and chaos. The earthquake, which was followed by several aftershocks, left thousands injured and trapped under the rubble of collapsed buildings. Affected areas are struggling to cope with the disaster, and many residents are left without access to basic necessities such as food, water and medical care.
MSF responds with emergency medical teams
In response to the disaster, MSF deployed a team of emergency medical experts to affected areas. The team, consisting of surgeons, doctors, nurses and logisticians, set up medical facilities in the city of Gaziantep, located about 60 kilometers from the epicenter of the earthquake.
The MSF team provides emergency medical care to injured patients, including surgical interventions, trauma care and treatment for various conditions. The team also conducts rapid needs assessments to identify the most urgent medical needs and works closely with local health authorities to ensure its response is coordinated and effective.
Lifesaving medical care for thousands
Since arriving in Türkiye, the MSF team has treated more than 2,000 patients, many of them seriously injured. The team performed numerous surgeries, including amputations, and provided emergency medical care to patients suffering from a variety of conditions, including heart attacks, strokes and injuries caused by collapsed buildings.
The MSF team also provides medical care to children, who are among the most vulnerable populations affected by the disaster. The team has established a pediatrics department at its medical facility, where children receive care for injuries and medical problems such as respiratory distress and dehydration.
MSF’s response demonstrates its commitment to humanitarian aid
MSF’s response to the earthquake in Turkey demonstrates its commitment to providing lifesaving medical care to people affected by conflict, disasters and epidemics. Through its expertise and resources, MSF is helping to save lives and alleviate suffering in the aftermath of this devastating disaster.
MSF relies on donations to continue its humanitarian work. To support MSF’s response to the earthquake in Türkiye, please visit the MSF website.
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