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The people we are helping

Since the devastating earthquake on 12 May 2008, the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement has been helping people recover. Read some of their stories.

Tang's story: Rehabiliation brings hope

Tang lost a limb during the earthquake but has continued to practice his basketball shots during his long stay in the Red Cross hospital.

The Red Cross is helping teachers provide emotional support to many children suffering psychological wounds after the earthquake.

A new Red Cross medical centre is providing much needed treatment to many people such as 77-year-old Chen.

Liang and Wu lost their home and livelihood in the earthquake. They are bracing themselves for a cold winter under tarpaulin.

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