More than 60 percent of the medical problems faced by detained migrants in Evros, Greece, caused by inhumane living and hygiene conditions

MSF urges Greek authorities to ensure dignified living conditions in detention facilities, including appropriate accommodation, sufficient distribution of food, clothing and personal hygiene items, and adequate periods of time outdoors. Press Release - 15 Jun 2011

Refugees, IDPs and people on the move

Europe must accept the boat people fleeing Libya

An open letter by MSF addressed to the leaders of the states of the European Union involved in the war in Libya is being published today in 11 newspapers across Europe. In the letter, the organisation criticises contradictory European policies, which claim to be conducting a war to protect civilians, whilst closing its borders to the victims of that same war, on the pretext of preventing a massive influx of illegal immigrants. Press Release - 19 May 2011

HIV/AIDS

Fragile progress as several countries upgrade to better AIDS treatment

A report released today by the international medical humanitarian organisation Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) revealed that several countries hardest hit by the AIDS epidemic are improving HIV treatment to reduce deaths and illness – but a lack of support from donors prevents many from making vital changes. Press Release - 11 May 2011

Italy

Italy must drastically improve conditions facing refugees, asylum seekers and migrants fleeing North Africa, including Libya

When 12 boats carrying 2,665 refugees, asylum seekers and migrants landed on Italian shores, a further 715 people were rescued from another off-shore boat. Once again, MSF calls on Italian authorities to drastically improve reception conditions for new arrivals, particularly for the most vulnerable - women, children, unaccompanied minors and victims of violence. Press Release - 3 May 2011

Malaria

Revolutionary advance in severe malaria treatment: Using artesunate instead of quinine could save 200,000 lives annually

In its new report Making the Switch, MSF calls on African governments to follow new World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines, and switch from the far less effective quinine to artesunate, which could avert nearly 200,000 deaths each year. MSF also calls on WHO and donors to support governments so this urgent treatment change can happen quickly. Press Release - 19 Apr 2011

Libya

MSF carries out second boat evacuation from Misrata, Libya, with 64 war-wounded onboard

“With the latest heavy bombardments in Mistrata, the situation is worsening as hospitals have to discharge patients before their treatment is completed in order to treat the new wounded from fighting. Many injured cannot even access medical facilities without further risking their life,” said Dr. Morten Rostrup, an MSF doctor who was on the boat. Press Release - 16 Apr 2011

Democratic Republic of Congo

Two MSF teams attacked by armed men in South Kivu, DRC

MSF is extremely concerned about the worsening security situation in South Kivu and condemns violence perpetrated against its staff. Given the current lack of security and respect for humanitarian work, MSF has decided to suspend till further notice its outreach medical activities in the areas of Uvira, Hauts Plateaux and Shabunda. Press Release - 12 Apr 2011

Bahrain

MSF calls for end to Bahrain military crackdown on patients

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) today condemned the use of medical facilities in Bahrain to crack down on protestors, which is making it impossible for those wounded during clashes to seek treatment. Press Release - 7 Apr 2011

Libya

MSF evacuates over 70 war-wounded by boat from Misrata

The boat arrived early today at the port-city of Sfax, Tunisia and the patients were transferred to hospitals to receive urgent medical care. Upon arrival, Tunisian health authorities organized the transfer of the patients to a dozen medical facilities. Thanks to their support, as well as the efforts of the medical staff in Misrata who risked their safety, the evacuation and medical treatment of the patients was made possible. Press Release - 4 Apr 2011

Côte d'Ivoire

MSF unable to reach patients in war-torn Abidjan

An MSF team in Abidjan has been trapped at the Abobo Sud Hospital since March 31 due to the extremely dangerous conditions, which have severely restricted travel within the city. The paralyzing violence is also preventing MSF from resupplying Abobo Sud with drugs and medical materials. The situation in the western part of the country is also chaotic, inter-communal tensions there have aroused grave concern. Press Release - 4 Apr 2011

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