A Mexican Navy plane on a medical support mission crashed off the coast of Galveston, Texas, resulting in at least five deaths, including Navy officers and civilians, with investigations ongoing into the cause of the accident.
A Mexican Navy plane on a medical support mission crashed off the coast of Galveston, Texas, resulting in at least five deaths, including Navy officers and civilians, with investigations ongoing into the cause of the accident.
A Mexican Navy plane carrying burn patients crashed into Galveston Bay, Texas, resulting in at least four fatalities among eight onboard, prompting extensive search and rescue efforts involving local and federal agencies.
The US has imposed visa restrictions on Brazilian officials involved in working with Cuba's medical missions, citing exploitation concerns, as part of broader efforts to pressure Cuba and Brazil over political and trade issues. Cuba defends its medical programs, which have provided healthcare to millions in Brazil.
A team of medical professionals from Steamboat Springs traveled to Da Nang, Vietnam on a medical mission trip, performing life-changing hand surgeries and providing rehabilitation and medical training in underserved communities. The trip was emotionally rewarding but also highlighted the stark differences in medical resources and equipment between the two countries, prompting the team to think creatively and adapt to limited conditions. Despite only being able to perform surgeries on about half of the potential patients, the team hopes to return for a follow-up mission trip next year.
A specialized US and Canadian team of surgeons from Face the Future is working in Ukraine to repair the faces of soldiers and civilians shattered by war. The surgeries are complex and require a five- to 10-year commitment from the surgeons involved. The team is also training Ukrainian surgeons to help them deal with similar injuries in the future. The surgeries are not just about physical trauma, but also about helping patients deal psychologically with their injuries.