Yesterday, I mentioned the news that Tiverton resident and infectious disease specialist Dr. Timothy Flanigan had flown to Liberia to help revive a hospital that closed down in the midst of the Ebola epidemic in Africa.  That post includes a list of items that Dr. Flanigan has requested people to donate.  A local nonprofit charity with which I’m affiliated is helping to raise money, as well.

Tim has started a blog to chronicle his experiences there for family, friends, and all of us.  By the marvels of modern technology (text message, in this case), he tells me that he’ll have much more content soon, including other ways that people can help.

In the meantime, tax-deductible credit card and PayPal donations can be made through Tiverton Cares using the “Donate” button below, or checks (made out to “Tiverton Cares” and marked “Ebola”) can be sent to P.O. Box 525, Tiverton, RI 02878.  With the exception of transaction fees from PayPal, all donations will go directly to the cause.