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Sudan
Médecins Sans Frontières
Gaza
Doctors Without Borders
Syria
Civil War
Malnutrition
Khartoum
Cholera
Democratic Republic Of Congo
Measles
Rapid Support Forces
Sudanese Armed Forces
Healthcare
MSF
Antimicrobial Resistance
Trauma Care
Reconstructive Surgery Hospital
Yemen
USAID

Welcome to Everyday Emergency, a podcast by Médecins Sans Frontières / Doctors Without Borders (MSF).

We bring you true stories and expert insight from people on the frontline of humanitarian events. From the conflicts that hit the headlines to underreported crises, we’ll be talking to our medical, logistical and humanitarian staff about working to save lives in some of the world's most challengin... more

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The current outbreak of Ebola disease in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has become the third largest on record. It is also the fastest-growing.

As of 26 July 2026, more than 3,200 cases have been confirmed, of which 1,400 people have los... more

Right now, Médecins Sans Frontières / Doctors Without Borders (MSF) teams are working to provide life-saving care in crises around the world. But what about the lives that can’t be saved? Ciara Flood is an MSF nurse with a special interest in palliat... more

Every May in London, Médecins Sans Frontières / Doctors Without Borders (MSF) hosts Scientific Days, an annual innovation conference.

The event brings together medical and humanitarian experts from around the world to share the research they have be... more

April marked a sobering milestone: the three-year anniversary of the ongoing war in Sudan. The scale of the crisis has become enormous, with 33 million people now in need of humanitarian aid – more than the entire population of Australia.

From the... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Johnny Falconer
MSF clinician working at an Ebola treatment center in Ituri, DRC
Doctors Without Borders / MSF
Episode: Ebola in DRC: Suiting up and saving lives
Ciara Flood
MSF nurse with a special interest in palliative care
MSF
Episode: Palliative care in MSF projects: Reducing suffering and putting patients first
Sohaib Safi
Palestinian medical doctor, MSF field staff (Gaza)
MSF Gaza
Episode: Snakebite, malaria and Gaza: The science of saving lives
Dr. Mohammad Qaher Poya
Deputy Nursing Director, Kunduz Trauma Center, MSF
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)
Episode: Afghanistan: How do you respond to a 'mass casualty incident'?
Mubarak Mutawakil
Physiotherapist working with malnourished children at MSF's project in Kano, Nigeria
Doctors Without Borders
Episode: The unexpected power of play: Healing children in humanitarian crises
Natalie Roberts
Executive Director of MSF UK and former head of emergencies for MSF
Médecins Sans Frontières
Episode: The E-Team: Inside MSF's emergency response unit with Dr Natalie Roberts
Mohamad Khalife
Antimicrobial stewardship advisor with MSF
Doctors Without Borders
Episode: AMR: A threat hidden in plain sight
Juliet Seguin
MSF's emergency coordinator in Goma
Médecins Sans Frontières (Doctors Without Borders)
Episode: Eastern DRC: Critical care in a complex place
Dr. Javid Abdelmoneim
Emergency medicine specialist and medical team leader at MSF
Médecins Sans Frontières (Doctors Without Borders)
Episode: The Debrief: Dr Javid Abdelmoneim on the crisis in Sudan

Host

Amber Dowell
Host of Everyday Emergency

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 209 ratings
  • Woowww

    I love their work and their stories, their voices transmit these emotions and transport you to the place and moment and you just want to go there and help with what you can !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    agatha!
    United States6 years ago
  • Powerful! Worthwhile

    I love this podcast. I particularly like the episode about access to sexual and reproductive healthcare during the COVID 19 pandemic!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cmunny!
    United States6 years ago
  • Ultra inspiring

    These podcasts keep inspiring too wokr the hardest I can at Medical school that I can one day work for MSF. Keep up the great work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Visherman
    United Kingdom7 years ago
  • Fascinating

    I wish you could release more histories as I’ve heard all of them in one week. This podcast it’s just simple amazing and powerful. Congratulations

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    inacio34
    United Kingdom7 years ago
  • Dazzling!

    Impressive stories from those working for Doctors Without Borders in the field, working in the harshest of conditions and witnessing humanitarian emergencies, in places where no one else goes to.

    An eye opening must!

    Wish it’d be more frequent.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mdsmendes
    Germany7 years ago

Listeners Say

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Many comment that episodes on access to care and outbreak response are especially insightful for healthcare professionals.
Audience frequently mentions motivation to pursue MSF or humanitarian work after listening.
Fans request more frequent releases to satisfy ongoing interest in field stories.
Listeners praise the storytelling quality and emotional impact of frontline narratives.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#132
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#207
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#238
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ebola in DRC: Suiting up and saving lives
Q: What makes PPE in Ebola response so challenging compared to other outbreaks you've seen?
PPE creates a barrier that is essential for safety, but it also makes every action laborious and exhausting. Donning and doffing require strict steps and supervision to prevent exposure, while the heat and tight space inside the suit magnify fatigue and risk management for both patients and staff.
Afghanistan: How do you respond to a 'mass casualty incident'?
Q: How did the team handle the mosque bombing incident in terms of triage and care delivery?
The team activated the MCP plan, stabilized patients through rapid resuscitation and initial care, allocated resources quickly, and then transported patients to the operating theater as needed, with a focus on keeping patients alive during the critical window.
Afghanistan: How do you respond to a 'mass casualty incident'?
Q: What are the key components of preparing for a mass casualty incident at the Kunduz Trauma Center?
Key components include a predefined Most Casualty Plan that triggers when patient numbers exceed normal capacity, rapid departmental coordination, staff recall via radios, and ready access to supplies and extra staffing to treat a surge as quickly as possible.
A crisis in the crossfire: Making childbirth safer in Northern Nigeria
Q: What would you say if you met someone who said, MSF should just focus on big emergency outbreaks and treating war injuries, and that maternal health care isn't a real emergency?
This is an emergency; it involves life-threatening situations for both mothers and babies that require immediate medical attention.
The unexpected power of play: Healing children in humanitarian crises
Q: I'm interested there you said that when children are more relaxed, they heal better. I wonder if you could talk a bit more about that.
When you're stressed, you've got more of this cortisone, this adrenaline going through your body, which adversely affects healing.

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This program brings frontline humanitarian stories and expert insights from MSF staff and partners, focusing on medical emergencies, trauma care, outbreak responses, and the humanitarian logistics that enable life-saving work in challenging settings. Episodes highlight ethical tensions, community engagement, and the human cost of crises, often featuring deep-dive clinical discussions alongside personal narratives that illuminate how care is delivered when resources are limited. Noteworthy is the consistently high production quality and the way guests tie field realities to broader health systems, making it a compelling listen for anyone involved in global health, aid operations, or humanitarian policy.

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2. Ciara Flood
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5. Mubarak Mutawakil
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7. Mohamad Khalife
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