The laboratory community has stepped forward in several ways to support relief efforts for victims of Hurricane Katrina. The links below reflect the responses of several leading laboratory organizations.

AACC has created a website/bulletin board that provides means for labs, lab professionals and diagnostics companies to offer help, and for labs and lab professionals affected by Hurricane Katrina to find assistance. Links for those who want to make general donations and medical personnel who want to donate their expertise are also provided.

ASCLS provides a downloadable PDF that suggests donating to the American Red Cross, and offers some insights on making donations to the Hurricane Katrina relief efforts.

ASCP suggests visiting the American Red Cross online for information about how to make a donation, and also includes a statement from the American Medical Association that provides various links for help or to offer assistance.

CAP has posted a page for Hurricane Katrina Resources and Information.

CLMA has created a special area within its popular online message forums to serve as a conduit to share information and help those affected by Hurricane Katrina in rebuilding their lives. Information on ways to donate money, volunteer professional services, and help individuals affected by the hurricane find jobs is included.

In addition, the American Hospital Association has set up a web page as part of its efforts to coordinate medical relief efforts with the Department of Health and Human Services. Medical professionals interested in volunteering their services should go here.