From smallpox to Covid-19, we have played an essential role in vaccination campaigns to prevent diseases and improve public health. Smallpox was a highly infectious and deadly disease that was endemic ...

Read the story of one mother, Ghada, who gave birth to her daughter at the Red Cross Field Hospital in Gaza and learn of the dangers her new-born baby faces.

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Responding to the NHS 10-year plan, Lisa Hollins, British Red Cross UK executive director said: “We welcome the focus on health inequalities and neighbourhood health centres. Our teams see first-hand ...

A British Red Cross volunteer who has spent almost three decades with the charity has been recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours List.

Book a first aid workshop for adults Did you know 85% of adults would not know what to do if someone collapsed and was not breathing? Let's reduce that number and give you the skills and confidence to ...

In Gaza's collapsing health system, the Red Cross Red Crescent Movement provides urgent care. Hear powerful personal stories of survival and support.

British Red Cross’ gold-medal-winning garden from the 2025 Chelsea Flower Show donated to mental health Trust in Southeast London.

24.5 million people in Sudan are without enough food, 3.5 million children are malnourished, figures that could tragically worsen as the lean season approaches.

Explore how the British Red Cross has been supporting Moldova’s response to the Ukraine crisis, providing vital aid to assist Ukrainian refugees.