The term "Red Cross hospital" is commonly used to refer to medical facilities that are operated by the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) or local Red Cross organizations. However, there are several synonyms that are often used to describe these types of hospitals, including "Red Crescent hospital" (used in many Muslim countries), "Red Cross clinic," "Red Cross health center," and "Red Cross medical center." Other terms that may be used depending on the specific location and organization include "humanitarian hospital," "aid station," "field hospital," and "emergency medical unit." Regardless of the term used, the goal of these facilities is to provide medical care to those in need, often in areas affected by conflict or disaster.