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Getting Started: Facts About the Medical Reserve Corps

  • The MRC program was launched officially as a national, community-based movement in July 2002. It was formed in response to President Bush’s call for all Americans to offer volunteer service in their communities.
     
  • The objective of the MRC program is to strengthen communities by establishing a system for medical and public health volunteers to offer their expertise throughout the year and during times of community need.
     
  • The MRC is a partner of the White House’s USA Freedom Corps and the Department of Homeland Security’s Citizen Corps. Citizen Corps, AmeriCorps, Senior Corps, and the Peace Corps are part of the President’s USA Freedom Corps, which promotes volunteerism and service nationally and internationally.

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Last Updated on 8/15/2006
 
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