In the service of mercy and humanism

World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day has a fixed date and is celebrated annually on May 8. On this holiday, it is customary to honor volunteers, doctors whose role is invaluable in saving lives and helping vulnerable categories of citizens on the planet.

The Red Cross movement dates back to 1863. The organization was created to protect human life and health, to ensure respect for all people. The Red Cross has gained immense popularity as an internationally respected movement all over the world.

Today, the movement consolidates 97 million members, employees and volunteers around the world. The Red Cross movement has been active in Russia for 156 years. Throughout the entire period of work, the goal of the Red Cross remains: "To help all the suffering without any distinction."

On this memorable day, which is held under the motto - "In the service of mercy and humanism", films, videos, conversations, leaflets and booklets were prepared for vacationers in the sanatorium "Beautifully", in which the noble mission of the Red Cross and Red Crescent is revealed.