The war is taking an even heavier toll on the people of Ukraine than many realized.
The stress is overwhelming, evidenced by the skyrocketing sales of sedatives and antidepressants. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), Ukrainians are now the most depressed people in the world, with sales of antidepressants up 50% since the war began; if several million Ukrainians had not left the country, the figure would be 70%!
Additionally, millions of children are suffering mental health impacts and will continue to feel the effects into the future. The demand for basic needs continues to increase: food, medication, hygiene items, and other essentials, like towels, blankets, eating utensils and more.
Over the past month, JRNU’s medical program accepted applications from individuals in 15 cities, and in the days ahead more than 1,650 people will receive needed medications.
Fortunately, the Nova Poshta mail/courier services has recognized us as a national humanitarian aid organization and our supplies are delivered free of charge, allowing us to reach even more people in need.
