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International SOS’ response to Cyclone Nargis in Myanmar08 May 2008Myanmar
The International SOS Yangon Clinic in Myanmar sustained minor damages in the wake of Cyclone Nargis, which hit the region on May 3. The damage to the building has been repaired and the clinic remains fully operational. Two doctors and a nurse are on duty during the day and at night, the clinic is staffed by a nurse and a doctor is available on-call.
International SOS Singapore, the lead crisis center in Asia, is reinforcing its team in Yangon with the addition of doctors and operational staff. The first doctor arrived in Yangon at noon on May 7. The doctor brought additional medication and other supplies so that assistance can continue to be provided to members of the Yangon Clinic. International SOS has received requests from donors eager to contribute aid, and from volunteers who want to assist on-the-ground. We will redirect such requests to the humanitarian relief organizations operating locally in Myanmar including:
About International SOS Operating in over 70 countries, International SOS (http://www.internationalsos.com/) helps organisations manage the health and safety risks facing their travellers and global workforce. Its services range from consultancy and planning services to 24-hour medical and security advice and assistance. It also provides emergency medical and security evacuations when there is a critical illness, accident or civil unrest. Last year, the company handled over 850,000 assistance cases, including more than 16,000 evacuations. For more information, please contact Petrina Ong, International SOS Singapore at +6563309826 or petrina.ong@internationalsos.com. |
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