<div>
    <div>
        <h2>Disaster Damage and Impact Assessment</h2>
        The cholera outbreak in Myanmar has had significant impacts on public health and local communities: 
- Confirmed Hospitalisations: 77 in Yangon, over 240 across other regions 
- Affected Regions: Yangon, Rakhine, Chin, and East Bago 
- Humanitarian Response: Training by WHO, response plans by WASH cluster
    </div>
    <div>
        <h2>How to Self-Rescue and Seek Help</h2>
        1. Ensure the use of safe drinking water by treating it with chlorine tablets or boiling before consumption. 
2. Maintain proper sanitation by washing hands with soap regularly, especially before eating and after using the toilet. 
3. Seek medical attention immediately if experiencing symptoms of cholera such as severe diarrhea or vomiting. 
4. Avoid consuming raw or undercooked foods which might be contaminated. 
5. Have access to oral rehydration solutions (ORS) and Zn supplements for immediate hydration and treatment at home.
    </div>
    <div>
        <h2>Emergency Kit Preparation Tips</h2>
        <p>
            Below is a rough emergency preparation guide. Using Planbowl, you can <a href="https://www.planbowl.com">customize
            an emergency
            guide</a> based on your location,
            family composition, and housing type to ensure your and your family's safety during disasters or emergencies.
            Click <a href="https://www.planbowl.com/sample-guide">"Emergency Preparation Guide Example"</a> to see the services you can
            receive.
        </p>
        1. Water Purification Tablets or Equipment 
2. Oral Rehydration Solutions (ORS) 
3. Hygiene products such as soap and hand sanitizers 
4. Basic medical supplies including antibiotics and zinc supplements 
5. Durable, potable water containers 
6. Information materials on cholera symptoms and prevention
    </div>
</div>


A cholera outbreak has been confirmed in Yangon, Myanmar, with over 240 hospitalisations and cases reported in multiple regions by May 2024.

Cholera Outbreak in Yangon Spreads Across Myanmar

https://res-back.pumpsoul.com/disaster_alert/254ddc72-91e7-4fc8-9ca6-c63dfb538af7.json

In May 2024, Myanmar experienced a cholera outbreak initially confirmed in Yangon by the military-controlled Ministry of Health. As of mid-July, the outbreak had resulted in 77 confirmed hospitalisations in Yangon alone. Cases were also reported in Rakhine, Chin, and East Bago regions, with a total of over 240 hospitalisations. The World Health Organization (WHO) and in-country WASH humanitarian cluster have been working to respond despite ongoing conflicts and access restrictions.

Cholera Outbreak in Yangon Spreads Across Myanmar

Disaster Overview

Read More

Learn Rescue Tips
More

Get Disaster Alerts
More

Cholera Outbreak in Yangon Spreads Across Myanmar

Disaster Overview

Read More

Learn Rescue TipsMore

Get Disaster AlertsMore

Learn Rescue Tips
More

Get Disaster Alerts
More