When Naylin came to Colombia nearly 6 years ago, she felt lonely and isolated. Though her decision was motivated by her desire to keep her family healthy, trying to make a new life in a new country without a network…

At Medical Teams, we believe that loving our neighbors — near or far — is the way forward toward a healthier world. That’s why our guiding scripture is Luke 10:27: “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and…

Today is the first day of Black History Month in the United States, a time set aside to celebrate the contributions of Black people to the world and reflect on their resilience in the face of extraordinary adversity. Joe DiCarlo,…

Before we close out January at Medical Teams, we’re taking one last look at 2023. It was a turbulent year with its fair share of surprises. Through it all, we focused on what we do best: providing loving, life-saving care…

For all 40 years of Medical Teams International’s existence, we’ve battled malaria — few diseases have stolen the lives of children like malaria has. According to the World Malaria Report 2022, malaria kills more than half a million people every…

The first steps into our distribution center warehouse can feel a little like walking into a beehive. At every table, someone in a red Medical Teams shirt sorts items quickly and efficiently. A fan whirs overhead. The beep of forklifts…

As we enter a new year,  we’re not just making resolutions…we’re assessing risks! Today, we’re discussing the top 5 global health threats for humanitarian work in 2024. Dr. Cecilia Lopez, one of our global health advisors, shares her expertise around…

As we reflect on Martha’s leadership at Medical Teams, we’re taking a look at one of the most enduring parts of her legacy — her commitment to caring for women and children around the world. Though she’s achieved much in…

As we closed out 2023, our President and CEO, Martha Holley Newsome, announced that she is stepping down from her role in January 2024. After 7 faithful years of service — and much prayer and reflection — she has made…

As we close out the year, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the stories that warmed our hearts in 2023. When it feels like every headline holds more bad news, it’s important to remember that we also have 3…

It’s been 9 months since deadly conflict began in Sudan, and sadly, the situation has worsened. In early April, violence erupted in the streets of Khartoum between two warring factions of Sudan’s military: the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid…

Merry Christmas! At Medical Teams, we’ve been reflecting on “Emmanuel” during Advent this year. It’s the perfect encapsulation of the meaning of this season. Matthew tells us in 1:22-23 that the birth of Jesus by the Virgin Mary is to,…