Support relief efforts for Myanmar earthquake survivors

On Friday, March 28, a 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck near Mandalay, Myanmar. The aftershocks were felt across Southeast Asia. The death toll has reached 2,056, with 270 individuals missing and 3,900 injured. Authorities are still assessing numbers which continue to be a challenge as major infrastructure has completely collapsed, cutting off access for rescue teams. Experts warn there could be thousands of deaths and injuries as people continue to be trapped under the rubble without electricity or reliable communications. According to the Red Cross, there are significant shortages of medical supplies including trauma kits, blood bags, anesthetics, essential medicines, and tents for medical teams.

Myriad USA is activating its DisasterLink network and working with trusted local partners in their response efforts. Our initial partner for this response is Medical Action Myanmar (MAM), and we continue to assess other organizations as the situation unfolds. Support MAM’s vital relief efforts here.

Medical Action Myanmar (MAM) is a medical INGO focused on providing large-scale access to free, quality healthcare for the marginalized in Myanmar. Since 2009, MAM has implemented activities in 20 clinics across the country. They are registered in the Netherlands to remain operational, transparent, and independent in the work that they do in Myanmar.

Aligned with its mission, MAM is providing critical medical aid to the most vulnerable communities affected by the force of the earthquake through:

• Emergency surgery and blood transfusions

• Elective surgery in the following days/weeks

• Support to rebuild their huts/houses, water wells, and other damaged belongings

• Other support for specific situations (e.g., dam collapse, flooding, loss of breadwinner, etc.)

Support the response effort here.

For more information on how to support this campaign, please respond to this email or contact us at info@myriadusa.org or +1 (212) 713-7660.