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Doctors of the World has been chosen by The BMJ for its Christmas appeal

We are delighted to announce that The British Medical Journal has decided to help our work worldwide and to support us to extend our network of clinics in the UK this Christmas.

Day Three #SafeBirths – Jennie

At the Doctors of the World clinic, we regularly see how fear, administrative gatekeeping and poor practice prevent vulnerable people with urgent medical conditions from accessing the healthcare they need. Pregnant women are a particular concern.

Day Two #SafeBirths – Sarah

They come from all over the country to Doctors of the World’s clinic. A lot of the work that the Case Support Workers do is to reassure them as much as possible that their records will not be shared with the Home Office

Day One #SafeBirths – Bettina

For many, the prospect of giving birth in the UK is one of stress and fear. The pregnant service users that attend the Bethnal Green clinic often cry.

The Big Give Christmas Challenge 2018

This year, Doctors of the World UK is taking part in The Big Give Christmas Challenge. We aim to raise £7,500 to be matched to a total of £15,000!

Doctors of the World’s statement on Legal Victory to #StopSharing patient information

The Government has agreed to drop a controversial agreement that allowed NHS Digital to share patient information with the Home Office to track down migrants.

A call for peace in Yemen

Statement in support of the International Parliamentary Conference for Peace in Yemen

Six months of Safe Surgeries!

The Safe Surgeries network has come a long way since it was launched in May – read about our progress in primary care

On the Greek Islands, people live in limbo and uncertainty

Doctors of the World support on a daily basis vulnerable asylum seekers and migrants in the Municipality of Lesvos Mavrovouni. On the island, their physical and mental health is deteriorating.

Belgium: Police violence against migrants and refugees in transit

A Doctors of the World survey highlights the fact that 1 out of 4 migrants is facing police violence in Belgium. The report shows that this violence is diverse, illegal and abusive: from physical violence to forced and arbitrary strip searches, humiliation and violence.

Yemen: Emergency Appeal

22 million people need humanitarian assistance. 13 million risk starvation. We must help the people of Yemen. Doctors of the World is there. We are screening children for malnutrition, providing primary healthcare and antenatal care. With half of the population risking starvation, we need your help now.