The Quakes Also Exposed Venezuela's Immunization Void
Venezuela performed poorly before the tragedy. Then, the State refused to provide data needed to vaccinate children against preventable diseases
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What We Know About the Venezuelan Prisoners Being Released
Official numbers don’t match reality. But some of those released are among the most powerful examples of torture and Sippenhaft
Why We Need a Gender Lens in Venezuela’s Compounding Crises
The earthquakes affected more than 30,000 pregnant women and led to documented cases of sexual violence. Addressing that is urgent
The Second, Strongest Earthquake Struck La Guaira At Point Blank
The USGS revised its assessment: the second quake’s epicenter was in Catia La Mar
Hantavirus in Venezuela: What It Means, and What It Doesn't
Recent cases of hantavirus infection in Venezuela are not a cause for panic. They do, however, underscore the country's urgent need for transparent, timely, and readily accessible epidemiological data
Where Are the Lost Kids of the Earthquakes?
Institutional silence and social media misinformation made it harder for child protection organizations and families to reunite with children who survived
What We Know About Material Damage After the Venezuela Earthquakes
A full assessment is only starting. Experts insist separating fact from rumor is essential if we hope to reduce the impact of a similar disaster
The Venezuela Earthquakes Also Hit Heritage Sites
While disaster caused extensive damage to residential buildings, attention has turned to how historical and cultural sites withstood
The Dangerous Cracks in Venezuela’s Child Protection System
Around 3.9 million kids live in the areas affected by the earthquakes. Domestic protection agencies are barely able to help them
June 24: The Logbook of a UCV Volunteer Firefighter
The UCV Fire Department does 24-hour shifts every six days. On the day of the earthquakes, it was my turn. This is what I experienced
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