Haiti

Notes on Haiti – Chris Van Gorder Journal, Scripps Health President and CEO

Posted January 26th, 2010 in

Sunday, January 31, 2010

This was a very busy day and the first day when our full team was able to operate together. We were up for breakfast at 6 a.m. and then off to the hospital. All of the churches in Port-au-Prince have been damaged or destroyed , so Sunday church services were held outside – and we saw several services taking place with large crowds during the morning.

Topics: Brent Eastman, Chris Van Gorder, Disaster Preparedness, Edward Gamboa, Haiti, Healthcare News and Updates, Scripps, Scripps Health, SDCMS News and Updates

Haiti Update From the American Red Cross (2010.01.14)

Posted January 14th, 2010 in Health Policy

On January 12, 2010, a 7.0 magnitude earthquake caused widespread damage on the island of Haiti, especially in the capital city of Port au Prince. Aftershocks continue to shake the island. As with most earthquakes, we expect to see an immediate need for food, water, temporary shelter, medical services and emotional support.

Topics: American Red Cross, ARC, earthquake, Haiti, Healthcare News and Updates, Red Cross, SDCMS News and Updates, volunteer

Thoughts on Haiti

Posted March 31st, 2010 in

Having just returned from a medical relief effort, I cannot get my mind off of Haiti. The experience continues to haunt me, brings tears to my eyes, and overwhelms me with emotion. At the same time I feel anger for the unnecessary suffering and misery that this country has dealt its people. The common man in Haiti has a life expectancy of 50 years and an average daily wage — when he can find a job — of $2. Although he has nothing, he still manages to walk with pride and exude friendliness and kindness.

Topics: Haiti

Notes on Haiti From Chris Van Gorder, President and CEO of Scripps Health

Posted March 25th, 2010 in Health Policy

Notes on Haiti — CEO Journal
Wednesday, March 10

While we continue to discuss our recent visits to Haiti and consider the need and our options for support and relief going forward, I wanted to share with you some more comments from members of the last relief team. As I’m sure you can tell from their words and the words of everyone who has been part of this relief effort, our work made a significant difference in a country far from home and made a significant impact personally on those who were able to participate.

Topics: Disaster Preparedness, Haiti, Healthcare News and Updates, SDCMS News and Updates

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