MercyMed

There have been over 2,841 attacks on health care in Ukraine. We partner with area university hospitals and clinics, ministering to wounded soldiers

From these statistics we believe one of the greatest priorities in Ukraine Relief is medical equipment and supplies. We are actively working on partnerships between the US and Ukraine medical hospitals and universities.

Health system violence (affects children directly and indirectly)

• 1,940 attacks on health care recorded by WHO in Ukraine since Feb 24, 2022 (as of Aug 19, 2024).
  Confidence: High (WHO verified tracking, but date-limited)

(This is a strong “systems impact” stat—children suffer when hospitals, clinics, ambulances, and power to medical facilities are disrupted.)

Humanitarian need specifically including children (forward-looking, 2026)

For 2026, UNICEF estimates 10.8 million people in Ukraine need humanitarian assistance, including ~2.2 million children (UNICEF appeal/plan).
Confidence: High