Measles Initiative

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Measles is one of the leading killers of children worldwide. An estimated 450 people die each day from the disease. Fortunately, this disease is easily preventable with a safe and effective vaccine. It costs less than $1 (US) to vaccinate a child. For $5, you can help vaccinate a household. For $25, you can help us vaccinate a village. To get involved, please contact Dawn Roberts, Volunteer Coordinator at 838-7320 or droberts@hrredcross.org. You can also find a wealth of information about this important initiative at www.measlesinitiative.org.

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Fire Response

Sep
23.11

The Red Cross continues to help our local residents affected by house fires.  On September 21st we responded to a fire on Jefferson Avenue and provided food, lodging and clothing for 1 adult and 3 children; Last week we assisted a family of 2 adults and 3 children and 2 seniors who lost everything.

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Irene Partnerships

Sep
07.11

Read More then Click Here to Watch:  Video featuring the partnerships and work going in after Irene in Hatteras Island on the Outer Banks of North Carolina.

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New Number for Military and Familes

Jun
13.11

As part of an ongoing effort to better serve the military community, the American Red Cross will move to a single telephone number for its emergency communication services. Beginning June 13, 2011, all military members and their families can use one number to send an urgent message to a service member.  877-272-7337 (U.S. Toll Free)

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