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Myanmar

Humanitarian Bulletin Myanmar, Issue 4 | 1 – 30 April 2014 [EN/MY]

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HIGHLIGHTS

  • Renewed fighting in Kachin displaces over 2,700 people, with local NGOs leading response efforts.

  • Humanitarian organizations resume activities in Rakhine, but there is still a shortage of offices and accommodation for staff.

  • The Ministry of Health sends Rapid Response Teams to Rakhine, but challenges are huge and there are still major gaps in response.

  • Risk of water borne diseases in Rakhine IDP camps.

  • Efforts are made to strengthen disaster preparedness ahead of rains.

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