Recently, we had the opportunity to talk with Agustín Malueños, Health Promoter in the rural community of El Cedro, in the South Caribbean Region of Nicaragua (RACCS). He shared about what motivated him to become a Health Promoter when he was first elected by his community 17 years ago and talked about some of the…
Read MoreHealthier, Stronger Communities – Thanks to You!
In 2016, a new virus called Zika threatened the health of millions of people. It was the first known mosquito-borne virus to cause birth defects such as microcephaly. Your prompt response to this health emergency helped AMOS and our partner, the Sustainable Sciences Institute, develop a low-cost, successful, and scalable intervention to prevent the spread…
Read MoreMeet Our New Executive Director, Dr. Gabriella Woo!
In light of Dr. David Parajón’s decision to relocate to New Mexico, the AMOS Board of Directors recently voted unanimously to welcome Dr. Gabriella Woo as AMOS’ new Executive Director, beginning October 1st! Dr. Gabriella Alexia Woo Moreno is a General Medical Physician, additionally certified in Health Services Management. Further, she is a distinguished graduate…
Read MoreAMOS Update #4 on the COVID-19 Pandemic in Nicaragua
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect everyone around the globe, we keep praying for the health and safety of your communities and Nicaragua. And we are incredibly grateful for your ongoing support, friendship, and prayers. As of July 21st, Nicaraguan health authorities have officially confirmed 3,439 cases of COVID-19 within our borders and 108…
Read MoreStories of hope: You make health and hope happen in Tapasle!
Aura Rivera is the health promoter of the rural, remote community of Tapasle, in the mountains of Matagalpa. Before becoming a health promoter two years ago, Aura had been serving her community as a member of the health committee for several years. A couple of months ago, a 49-year-old woman named Eligia came to the…
Read MoreAMOS Update #3 on the COVID-19 Pandemic in Nicaragua
To all our dear AMOS friends, We continue to pray for you and the health and safety of your communities. In these difficult times for everyone, we could not be more grateful for your solidarity and support. And we are reminded that together, we can do so much good in the world. As of July…
Read MoreAMOS Update #2 on the COVID-19 Pandemic in Nicaragua
To all our dear AMOS friends, We pray for you and for the health of your communities. Knowing that the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic is being felt worldwide, we want to express our deep gratitude for the outpouring of messages we have received filled with prayers, hope, and love for Nicaragua and AMOS. As…
Read MoreStories of hope: Moms and Community Leaders
In May, we celebrate everything moms do in order to make this world a better place for all of us. Your gifts are helping thousands of moms and their families in Nicaragua have access to health care, education, and the support they need to thrive. We want to introduce you to some of the amazing women…
Read MoreIn an Emergency, Silvina Was There
Yedri was going into labor. She thought she had a couple more weeks, but she was having her baby now. Yedri lives with her husband in the community of La Pimienta. At the time, there was no health promoter specifically serving her community. Her husband sent for Silvina Lainez, health promoter in the neighboring community…
Read MoreLetter From the Directors
We have exciting news to share with you! In order to strengthen AMOS today and for the future, we have decided to expand our leadership team. Thanks to supporters like you, for more than 50 years, local leaders in Nicaragua have saved the lives of pregnant mothers and newborn babies, and helped improve the health…
Read MoreAMOS Official Statement Regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19)
With the heightened awareness and increasingly urgent concerns regarding the global spread of COVID-19 (coronavirus), and as a public health organization, we want to assure you that public health and safety concerns for our patients, visitors, and staff are our highest priority. On March 11, 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) officially declared COVID-19 a global…
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