Turkey
Earthquake
The current death toll in Turkey and Syria stands at an estimated 50,000 people, including aid workers. An estimated 13.5 million more have been affected by a huge earthquake which struck southeastern Turkey, near the Syrian border in February of 2023.
The earthquake was closely followed by numerous aftershocks – including one quake which was almost as large as the first. Unfortunately, this disaster will continue to have widespread consequences including a large scale refugee crisis and ongoing medical and psychiatric needs.
Turkish authorities worked very hard to address the consequences of the earthquake.
Heal-Corp continuously maintained communication with the Director of Health for Istanbul Municipality to help deal with the emergency needs stemming from the earthquake.
Heal-Corp in Turkey
Heal-Corp stands with the people of Turkey and Syria who not only need immediate assistance, but will require continued help in the coming months as they’re facing overwhelming devastation on all levels, from medical needs, to rebuilding homes and infrastructure.
Heal-Corp’s mission was to focus on advice from authorities is setting up a Field hospital in Samandang AO, as the only hospital in this region was destroyed. We also addressed processes to prevent the spread of infectious diseases such as Cholera; which can and do ravage large temporary camps and add to the suffering.
We are hosting a fundraising campaign to help those suffering from this terrible tragedy. We also accept and deliver in-kind aid donations with sincere thanks.
