Reality Makes Our Decisions: Ethical Challenges in Humanitarian Health in Situations of Extreme Violence
“We have changed our places many times because of the fear of bombing…We have moved about four or five times...
Disrupted Health Care In Syria: The State of Reproductive Health
As the Syrian conflict enters its eighth year, the country’s healthcare system continues to be decimated and services disrupted. Medical...
Human Devastation Syndrome: The Impact of Conflict on Mental Health
The magnitude and complexity of these mental health conditions caused by prolonged and extensive trauma requires a diagnosis fitting the...
SAMS 2017 Annual Report
In 2017, SAMS provided over 3.5 million medical services to vulnerable individuals in seven countries. Learn more about our...
Under Siege: The Plight of East Ghouta
“Many patients are simply awaiting their death at home,” said SAMS doctor in East Ghouta. Nearly 400,000 civilians living in...
Saving Lives Underground: The Case for Underground Hospitals in Syria
Underground and fortified facilities act as crucial lifelines, saving patients, preserving donor-funded equipment, and providing a sense of security for...
Annual Report 2016
In 2016, SAMS provided more than 3 million medical services, and expanded its programs to reach more Syrians and vulnerable...
The Failure of UN Security Council Resolution 2286 in Preventing Attacks on Healthcare in Syria
January 11, 2017 Read the full report here. 2016, particularly the latter half, was the most dangerous year for healthworkers...
Madaya: Portrait of a Syrian Town Under Siege
In late spring 2016, 12-year-old Ola died in Syria. Her death was not from barrel bombs, missiles, or mortar fire,...
Annual Report 2015
In 2015, SAMS reached more Syrians than ever. We reached over 2.3 million people inside Syria and over 320,000 Syrian...
A New Normal: Ongoing Chemical Weapons Attacks in Syria
Since the conflict in Syria began, there have been numerous and horrific violations of humanitarian and human rights law, including...
Madaya: Starvation Under Siege
Civilians in the besieged town of Madaya are suffering from staggering levels of need. Up to 40,000 civilians are starving,...