A Journey of Survival… Begins with a Small Step

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From the countryside of Qamishli, Jalila Suleiman had no idea that a simple visit to a mobile clinic would completely change the course of her life… That’s where the story began, and that’s where her illness was discovered.
A diagnosis of cervical cancer, and a grueling treatment journey marked by distance and travel costs. She began radiation therapy sessions outside the region before continuing her chemotherapy at the Kurdish Red Crescent’s Oncology and Thalassemia Hospital, where she received continuous care and follow-up.
Today, Jalila is in the observation phase… closer to life, and stronger than the disease.
But the road wasn’t easy, and there’s still a need to provide radiation therapy within the region to alleviate the suffering of many patients facing the same journey.
Jalila’s story… a reminder that the opportunity for treatment can begin with a single visit. 💙

Hundreds of displaced families arrive at Nowruz camp

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Hundreds of families forcibly displaced from Sheikh Maqsoud, Tabqa, and Raqqa are arriving at Nowruz camp amid dire humanitarian conditions and a severe shortage of all basic necessities.
The Kurdish Red Crescent continues to provide emergency medical services as the number of arrivals increases daily.
The displaced families, most of whom are women and children, are in urgent need of all forms of humanitarian assistance.

A catastrophic humanitarian situation with increasing numbers of displaced people.

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The Kurdish Red Crescent continues its emergency response to those displaced from the Sheikh Maqsoud, Ashrafieh, Tabqa, and Raqqa neighborhoods of Qamishli.
Blankets and mattresses are currently being distributed amidst a catastrophic humanitarian situation, with the number of displaced people increasing as the country experiences a severe cold wave, necessitating urgent humanitarian intervention.

Large displacement in northeastern Syria

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Northeast Syria is witnessing a
new wave of forced displacement affecting hundreds of families, including those previously displaced from the Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafieh neighborhoods. These civilians now find themselves once again in dire humanitarian conditions, exposed to the elements, rain, and bitter cold.
Women and children constitute the majority of the displaced, facing a lack of shelter, food, heating, and medical care, which directly threatens their lives. The continuation of these conditions without urgent intervention portends a genuine humanitarian catastrophe.
We emphasize that these repeated violations against civilians necessitate immediate and urgent humanitarian intervention by the United Nations and international humanitarian organizations. We also demand an immediate cessation of attacks on northeastern Syria and respect for the principles of international humanitarian law and the protection of civilians.
The international community’s silence regarding these events exacerbates the suffering of innocent people and places a moral and legal responsibility on the international community to rescue civilians and stop this ongoing humanitarian crisis

Journey to Recovery

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Ibtisam Muhyeddin Youssef, a 25-year-old woman, faced a major challenge after having her right leg amputated due to cancer. She spent seven months enduring pain and difficulty.
Her journey toward healing and reclaiming a normal life reflects strength, resilience, and determination. After visiting the prosthetics center run by the Kurdish Red Crescent, Ibtisam received a prosthetic leg, along with physical therapy and psychological support. This integrated care helped her navigate through some of the most difficult and painful months of her life.
Today, Ibtisam walks with confidence toward a new life — one where her prosthetic leg stands as a symbol of her struggle and victory over illness.

Innovative and tailored initiatives to support patients with the aim of integrating them into society

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As a new step added to the set of activities and services provided within the Oncology, Burns, and Thalassemia Hospital, work is currently underway on a set of innovative initiatives specifically designed to support young and adolescent patients. These initiatives aim to integrate them into society through empowerment and learning new skills, including nursing courses, English language courses, psychological support activities, and more, while they are undergoing treatment inside the hospital.

May 8 – World Thalassemia Day

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Thalassemia, a genetic blood disorder, is not only a health challenge but also a story of daily struggle for people who need regular blood transfusions and continuous care. Through this day, the importance of early detection, premarital genetic testing, and the importance of integrating patients into society are highlighted.
Together, we can support those affected morally and financially through donation boxes distributed in NES and by donating blood by going to the Kurdish Red Crescent Hospital for Oncology, Burns, and Thalassemia in the city of Qamishlo.
Every word, every support, and every donation makes a difference.
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Installating two solar energy systems in two schools in the city of Qamishlo

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Continuing with the Solardarity fundraising campaign to support and develop solar energy as an alternative energy source in NES, which is being implemented with the support of medico international/Solar energy for North-East Syria 2, the Kurdish Red Crescent Organization installed two solar energy systems in two secondary and preparatory schools in the city of Qamishli.
The ongoing crisis due to the weak electricity infrastructure has affected several sectors, including the educational sector, and by installing solar energy, students can be provided with a more stable and stimulating learning experience.

Second humanitarian convoy to the Syrian coast

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The second humanitarian convoy has launched as part of the grassroots initiative in northern and eastern Syria to assist our people in the Syrian coast, which includes 14,000 baskets, 12,000 of which are food baskes and 2,000 are hygiene baskets, provided by the people of northeastern Syria, the Women’s Initiative, the Mesopotamia Association, and the Kurdish Red Crescent.

toys and gifts for thalassemia kids

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In a noble initiative that embodies humanity and giving, the HERO Dialogue and Rehabilitation Center, in collaboration with the Austrian organization CARAVAN, has provided a set of toys and school bags with stationery to the psychological support room in the Thalassemia Department of the Oncology, Burns, and Thalassemia Hospital. Where that creating a supportive and comfortable environment for children suffering from chronic diseases such as thalassemia significantly helps alleviate the burden of this experience and grants them a sense of hope and optimism.