Poor health can undermine people’s potential to improve their lives, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. The International Rescue Committee helps those who are experiencing or recovering from conflict and disaster reduce their risk of falling ill and receive treatment when they do get sick.
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Ongoing efforts to address Ebola and other diseases that trigger panic and stigma should explicitly consider the social and mental health landscape of a disease.Lara HoSenior adviser for health research, International Rescue Committee