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Haiti cholera outbreak: prevention information saves lives Haiti cholera outbreak: prevention information saves lives

As the death toll from cholera reaches 544 with a further 8,000 people hospitalized, Red Cross teams assess the needs of hospitals in the department of Artibonite, the source of the outbreak.

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Severe winter conditions in MongoliaSevere winter conditions in Mongolia
Thousands lose livestock and livelihoods during the most severe winter for a generation.
 

Indonesia: appeal launched to assist 29,000 people in Merapi and MentawaiIndonesia: emergency appeal
The IFRC launched an appeal to assist 29,000 people in Merapi and Mentawai.

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Haiti response   Haiti response
The Red Cross Red Crescent provides assistance as Haitians deal with quakes, cholera and storms.
World Disasters Report 2010   World Disasters Report 2010
IFRC warns that 2.57 billion urban dwellers living in low and middle income nations are exposed to unacceptable levels of risk.
International Year of Youth   International Year of Youth
IFRC celebrates International Youth Day, which also sees the launch of the International Year of Youth.
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 International disaster response poses many legal challenges. A comprehensive overview.
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The seven Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross Red Crescent Movement explained.
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The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is the world's largest humanitarian organization, with 186 member National Societies. As part of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, our work is guided by seven fundamental principles; humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity and universality.