Medical Relief International Charity

Each country on this map is sized by its child mortality rate

Undaunted and determined, Merlin saves lives. We deliver medical expertise to the toughest places. And we stay to help build lasting health care.

All the latest from the frontline around the world...

Photo gallery: Heroes in action

Heroes in the toughest places

Personal Appeal: Dominic West

Merlin heroes: Saving Amaret's life

One of the world's top charities

Fleeing conflict in South Sudan

Cycle from London to Paris

East Africa six months on: concerns remain...

6 months since the crisis in east Africa, Merlin has slashed malnutrition rates for children, but remains concerned about the chances for another crisis.

Meet Dr Sadaf: a Merlin hero...

“I am a doctor because I have only ever wanted to treat people. We are here to treat, heal and counsel. I could not turn my back and I will not.”