A grandfather from Watford is planning on undertaking a tour of England entirely by public buses to help bring life-changing surgery to the world's poorest nations. Retired teacher Stephen Chitty is doing the 40-day national tour from next month using his...
A former primary school teacher who transformed her health through running is raising money for Mercy Ships by taking part in one of Scotland’s biggest running events this weekend. Elisabeth Wallwork, 59, who lives in Troon, Scotland, weighed six stone heavier...
A nurse from Clevedon hiked the entire Gower coastline over a weekend, raising funds to bring life-changing surgery to those who need it most in Africa. Katie Tremelling walked 44 miles from Crofty to Mumbles Pier to raise money for Mercy...
It is with great sadness that we share that Dr Keith Thomson, a British anaesthetist and long-time Mercy Ships volunteer, passed away on 19th April. A man of great passion and generosity of spirit, Dr Keith dedicated himself to improving...
Dr Juliette Tuakli, Mercy Ships Diplomatic Ambassador for Africa, is uniquely positioned to speak into the need for greater access to safe surgical care across African nations. As a highly acclaimed Paediatrician and Reproductive Health specialist, as well as the...
When plumber Chris Milward volunteered onboard the hospital ship Africa Mercy he called himself a brain surgeon – and it’s nearer to the truth than you might think. Chris from Loughborough said: “Inside all of the toilets, like in an aeroplane, there’s...
Around 100 years ago, Rachel Buckingham’s grandmother became a doctor at a time when some universities in the UK still barred women from qualifying as physicians. Little did Dr Muriel Griffiths from Cardiff, Wales, know that she would inspire her descendants...
In this compelling new documentary, come on a tour of our newest purpose-built hospital ship, the Global Mercy. You’ll meet our inspiring crew and get a glimpse into the experience of our first patients stepping onboard. Watch this stunning documentary, made...
Mel Zuydam may already be the treasurer and a trustee of Mercy Ships UK – but now he’s going even further to support the charity he is passionate about. The 61-year-old father of two is challenging himself to run a half...
The world’s largest charity hospital ship – the Global Mercy – has arrived in West Africa on 14th February and is preparing to deliver its first surgeries onboard. The newly built vessel from Mercy Ships will provide free, safe surgery...
A YouTube sensation who has taken the online cruise holiday market by storm, is raising thousands of pounds for Mercy Ships by selling a toy replica of her friendly pet cat. Emma Le Teace, 28, from Sussex, or Emma Cruises, as...
Mercy Ships founder Don Stephens has been presented a Lifetime Achievement Award at the opening of the GE7 African Visionary Leaders Summit in Washington DC by African dignitaries. The award was presented by Egypt’s Minister of International Co-operation of Government Rania...
I hope you are having a wonderful Christmas season with your loved ones. I’m Dr Leo Cheng, a consultant surgeon and Trustee of Mercy Ships UK. As a regular volunteer onboard our hospital ships for 20 years, I am humbled and...
A marine engineer instrumental in building and developing hospital ships that have transformed thousands of lives has been awarded an honorary doctorate by a Scottish university. Jim Paterson, Marine Executive Consultant for international charity Mercy Ships, was recognised with a Doctor...
Many of you may be eagerly anticipating the end of 2022. It has certainly been a challenging year. But one thing that has not changed is the importance of Giving Tuesday: an international day of charitable giving following Black Friday....
