During the COVID-19 pandemic, MSF is operating a mobile shower facility in New York City for people who are currently experiencing homelessness. “We’ve seen some people who are newly homeless or some people who have chosen to leave the shelters because they worry about getting COVID-19,” says Renée Corbett, MSF water and sanitation manager. “They actually feel safer staying on the streets.” But the places where people would normally be able to clean themselves, like recreation centers, are now closed. Hygiene is key to preventing the spread of the new coronavirus, as is the ability to shelter in place, but underserved communities in the US are having a difficult time protecting themselves and their families.