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Author: Gail J McGovern

International

Gail McGovern: Stories of Resilience from Nepal

by Gail J McGovern May 14, 2015May 14, 2015

In my seven years at the helm of the American Red Cross, I’ve seen far too many disasters – both here at home and around the world. But no matter …

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Measles Vaccinations: Saving Millions of Lives Worldwide

by Gail J McGovern February 19, 2015February 23, 2015

By Gail McGovern, President and CEO the American Red Cross  The unfolding outbreak of measles across the country has focused attention on whether parents should get their children vaccinated against …

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Remembering Our First Date

by Gail J McGovern February 9, 2015February 9, 2015

Written by Gail McGovern, President and CEO of the American Red Cross My husband Don and I enjoyed a very special moment together earlier this month.  In honor of the …

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The View from Gallery 3, Row B, Seat 1

by Gail J McGovern February 14, 2013February 14, 2013

Although you likely didn’t see me, I had the honor of attending the State of the Union speech on Tuesday night as one of several guests invited by House Speaker …

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Disaster, Leadership

You Are Amazing

by Gail J McGovern November 7, 2012

My sincere thanks for your generosity over the past ten days. The outpouring of support for the families impacted by Superstorm Sandy has been extraordinary. Whether you have given a …

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Blood, September 11

A Day of Remembrance and Service

by Gail J McGovern September 11, 2012

Gail McGovern, president and CEO of the American Red Cross (second from right), visits with the Heidcamp family at the 11th Day of Remembrance Blood Drive at Fenway Park in …

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Disaster

Honoring Joplin

by Gail J McGovern May 22, 2012May 22, 2012

Last night I had the honor of attending the Joplin High School graduation, one year after the horrific tornado that tore through this town destroying homes and taking lives.  President …

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Leadership

Be Still My Crossword Heart

by Gail J McGovern April 17, 2012April 18, 2012

American Red Cross President and CEO Gail McGovern shares her delight at a recent NYTimes Crossword puzzle.

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Leadership

My Time at TEDMED

by Gail J McGovern April 16, 2012February 6, 2014

American Red Cross President and CEO shares her experience at TEDMED.

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Leadership

Red Cross Month: Story Time

by Gail J McGovern March 26, 2012

Tears came to my eyes as I read his email. My stepson served in Iraq, and I also lost my father to cancer just before I joined the Red Cross so I could relate to his story on several levels.

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