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Dr. Hawa Abdi - The Mother of Hope Village Dr. Hawa Abdi, Somalia's first female gynecologist, turned her family's land into a hospital, school and nutrition center focused on women and children.
Clara Barton: The Angel of the Battlefield Clara Barton was a hospital nurse who founded the Red Cross in the United States.
Hattie Elizabeth Alexander Hattie Elizabeth Alexander saved the lives of thousands of children through her work.
Dr. Jacques Sebisaho and Amani Global Works
John Flynn John Flynn dedicated his life to improving life for people living in the Australian Outback.
Dr. Patricia Bath
Heman Bekele is TIME’s Kid of the Year, 2024 14-year-old Heman Bekele from Virginia has recently gained attention for his groundbreaking development of a low-cost, soap-like cancer treatment.
Charity: Water Read this story about Charity: Water, the non-profit providing access to clean water to people across the globe.
Shomy Hasan Chowdhury Shomy Hasan Chowdhury created the WASH (water, sanitation and hygiene) organization, for which she received an Diana Award, to combat deadly diarrhea in underserved communities.
Dr. Michael DeBakey Dr. Michael DeBakey is the father of modern open-heart surgery.
Dangers of Vaping Wins First Place High School Documentary
Dr. Denis Mukwege Dr. Denis Mukwege, a Congolese gynecologist and Pentecostal pastor, is renowned for his extraordinary work at Panzi Hospital in Bukavu.
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Art of Healing: Picking a Direction
Terry Fox
Teacher Andy Crisp's Film, 'Mental Health Awareness,' Wins Relationships First Award
Malone Mukwende: Creator of 'Mind the Gap'
'SGT. PUSHUP' Wins First Place Humanitarian Award at MH Film Fest
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Fe Del Mundo Fe Del Mundo, referred to as the first woman to attend Harvard Medical School, was also the first person to be named one of the National Scientists of the Philippines.
Avoiding the Coronavirus as a Student Students returning to campus in 2020 must take precautions to protect themselves from COVID-19.
Dr. Gregg DeNicola Dr. Gregg DeNicola is Chief Medical Officer of Caduceus Medical in Laguna Beach and has skillfully guided his patients through the COVID-19 pandemic.
Dr. Christina Rosenthal Dr. Rosenthal is an African American dentist who started the program Determined to be a Doctor Someday (D.D.S.) -- a pipeline for minority students who are interested in healthcare fields.
Dr. John F. Murray Dr. John F. Murray, a pioneer in pulmonary medicine, passed away from respiratory failure caused by the coronavirus in March 2020.
Farm2People: Eric Holdener and Anna Hopkins Photo by Catalina Muñoz 2020 Farm2People is a nonprofit that works to deliver produce to food insecure areas of Los Angeles County in the wake of COVID-19.
Rachel Gemara: Nursing COVID-19 Patients in Israel Photo courtesy of Rachel Gemara Rachel Gemara is an oncology nurse in Jerusalem who treated patients with COVID-19 at a popup unit at Shaare Zedek Medical Center.
Aileen Cole Stewart: Called to Serve Aileen Cole Stewart made history as one of 18 African American nurses to serve in the Army Nurse Corp during WWI.
Aletta Jacobs Aletta Jacobs Aletta Jacobs was a woman with a 20th century mind in a 19th century world. She was the first woman in the Netherlands to go to a university and become a doctor.
How to Name a Hero - Jimmy Kimmel for Reasons Other than the Obvious Jimmy Kimmel's openness about his son's congenital heart disease helped Katherine feel comfortable in her own skin.
Hazviperi Betty Makoni Betty Makoni (Girl Child Network Worldwide) Hazviperi Betty Makoni founded the Girl Child Network to transform lives.
Federica and Baby Malick Baby Malick was flown from Senegal to Italy for a life-saving heart operation by surgeon Federica Iezzi through the nonprofit One Life Onlus.
Dr. Mark Jacobson Dr. Mark Jacobson works with AIDS patients in Tanzania.
Thembi Ngubane Thembi Ngubane offered hope to others living with HIV/AIDS.
Sinikethemba Choir http://sinikithemba.org/ Sinikethemba Choir uses music to break the silence about AIDS.
Nkosi Johnson Nkosi Johnson was an orphan infected by HIV who spoke out on behalf of children with AIDS.
Mother Mary Mother Mary helps Senegalese children and mothers with HIV/AIDS.
Gao Yaojie Gao Yaojie is a medical doctor, AIDS activist and exile from China.
Fati Kirakoya Fati Kirakoya is a researcher committed to finding solutions to end HIV/AIDS.
Elizabeth Glaser Elizabeth Glaser created the Pediatric AIDS Foundation.
Dr. Zeda Rosenberg Dr. Zeda Rosenberg is working to protect women from HIV/AIDS.
Oumoul Khary Sow Oumoul Khary Sow (Courtesy of Oumoul Khary) Oumoul Khary Sow founded the Caravan of Hope which travels to remote areas in Senegal to help prevent malaria.
Tommie Hamaluba Tommie Hamaluba is a teacher in Botswana, Africa, working to eradicate malaria.
Nurses Kelly was grateful for the care and compassion of her sister's nurses.
Andrea Coleman Andrea Coleman has used her passion for motorcycling to transform healthcare delivery in rural parts of Africa.
Bennet Omalu Bennet Omalu is a Nigerian pathologist who discovered chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), caused by participation in football and other contact sports.
Melinda Gates Melinda Gates (GatesFoundation.org ()) Melinda Gates is passionate about helping mothers and children in developing nations.
Umra Omar Umra Omar, a doctor and member of Safari Doctors, travels through dangerous parts of Kenya to bring medical aid where it is needed.
HIPPOCRATES Hippocrates is famous for the Hippocratic oath, which is usually interpreted as one of the first statements of a moral code of conduct to be used by physicians, one that espouses respect for all human life: First, do no harm.
Dr. James Doty https://twitter.com/jamesrdotymd James Doty, M.D., FACS, FICS is a professor of neurosurgery at Stanford University and founder and director of the Center for Compassion and Altruism Research and Education.
Danny Thomas Danny Thomas is the founder of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Dr. Gloria WilderBrathwaite Dr. Gloria WilderBrathwaite Dr. Gloria WilderBrathwaite was inspired to provide health care to the poor in the innner city.
Dr. Shiri Daniels Dr. Shiri Daniels Dr. Shiri Daniels spends every day teaching people how to listen, how to help, how to be there for people.
Marlo Thomas Marlo Thomas is a champion for children at St. Jude and around the world.
Sabriye Tenberken Sabriye Tenberken Sabriye Tenberken helps to educate and better the lives of blind people living in Tibet.
Hippocrates: The Father of Medicine
Sarah Ramirez Sarah Ramirez works with local food banks, where food is distributed to impoverished people all across the community.
MASSIVEGOOD - Niños sin Malaria MASSIVEGOOD logo (massivegood.com) MASSIVEGOOD has an objective to build a healthier world using micro-philanthropy and social media.
Trisomy 18 Foundation There is an extra 18th Chromosome (Chromosome18.org) Trisomy 18 Foundation raises awareness and supports research for cures for this genetic disorder.
To Write Love On Her Arms To Write Love On Her Arms was founded to help people suffering from depression and substance abuse.
Sasa SASA Sasa a young doctor in Burma keeps his promise to his village.
Sally Sampson Sally Sampson Sally Sampson makes cooking fun to fight childhood obesity.
Robert E. Kimura, M.D. <a href=http://rush.photobooks.com/photos/0003230.jpg>Robert E. Kimura</a> (Rush University Medical Robert E. Kimura, M.D. is a hero to his niece in and out of the operating room.
Peter C. Alderman Foundation Peter C. Alderman Foundation helps heal the emotional wounds of victims of terrorism around the world.
mpower <center> empower yourself with mpower</center> <P><P> mpower harnesses the power of music to change youth attitudes about mental health.
Mike Kelly Mike Kelly risked his career as a surgeon to save Bob's life.
Michael J. Fox Michael J Fox (http://www.fanpop.com/spots/michael-j-fox/images/8370250/title/michael-j-fox-photo) Michael J. Fox works to find a cure for Parkinsons Disease.
Medical Missions for Children Medical Missions for Children uses cutting-edge medical broadcasting technologies to bring medical care to underserved communities.
Médecins Sans Frontières Medecins Sans Frontieres won the Nobel Peace Prize for working under fire to save lives.
Mary N. Sanchez Mary N. Sanchez is a nurse manager and renowned advocate for veterans care and service.
Dr. Ginger Holt Dr. Ginger Holt Dr. Ginger Holt joined the Vanderbilt Orthopaedic Institute in 2003. Her clinical interests include bone and tissue sarcoma, cancer surgery, and adult reconstruction.
Malaria Campaign 2009 Malaria Campaign 2009 Students join together to eradicate malaria.
Lisa Nigro Lisa Nigro Lisa Nigro works to help the homeless in Chicago through the Inspiration Cafe.
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation is a hero to Rachel who was recently diagnosed with Juvenile Diabetes.
Judith Blair Judith Blair and kidney recipient Dr. Michael Burgoon Judith Blair donated one of her kidneys to a man in desperate need.
Fred Hollows Fred Hollows saved the eysight of thousands of Aboriginal and poor people.
Evelyn H. Lauder Evelyn Lauder, photo courtesy of the Breast Cancer Research Foundation Evelyn H. Lauder founded the Breast Cancer Research Foundation
Dr. Van Halbach Dr. Van Halbach is a hero to the Ghenender family for saving Ingrid's life.
Dr. Paul Farmer Dr. Farmer (http://www.tampabay.com/multimedia/archive/00035/her_farmer082708a_35520c.jpeg) Dr. Paul Farmer has dedicated his life to treating people in the poorest nations in the world.
Dr. Paul Brand Dr. Paul Brand was a compassionate surgeon who pioneered work in leprosy.
Dr. Larry Thomas Man with Podoconiosis ( (Luke Sherman )) Dr. Larry Thomas is the founder of the Tropical Health Alliance Foundation.
Dr. J. Larry Brown Dr. J. Larry Brown directs the national Center on Hunger and Poverty.
Dr. David Applebaum Dr. David Applebaum Dr. David Applebaum was a selfless emergency room doctor in Jerusalem.
Doctor Steven Kopits Dr. Kopits and me having fun after a surgery (Personal Photo) Doctor Steven Kopits was a compassionate physician who lives on in the hearts of his patients.
Clara Barton Clara Barton taught others how to save more lives of the patients in hospitals.
Cesar Chavez Cesar Chavez fought against the use of pesticides for the protection of migrant farm workers.
Bill Wilson Bill Wilson changed countless lives and livelihoods by founding Alcoholics Anonymous.
Ben Carson Ben Carson is the chief of neurosurgery at Johns Hopkins University Hospital.
Alicia Cortez Alicia in her office (Clinica Intermedica) Alicia Cortez is a Colombian ophthamologist who created the charity 'Giving Hope to See.'
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