This is one of Cardinal Bo’s most bizarre statements since his junta handshake Christmas message. Are there credible reports of organ trafficking to or from Myanmar? Is UNODC on to this? Jamie ++++++++++++++++++ https://www.vaticannews.va/en/vatican-city/news/2022-05/cardinal-bo-decries-human-trafficking-santa-marta-group.html

Is any of this news on Myancopharm true? Jamie ++++++++++++++++++ https://www.nationthailand.com/international/40015364 Myanmar starts administering locally produced Sinopharm COVID-19 vaccines Xinhua May 5, 2022 YANGON, May 5 (Xinhua) — Myanmar has begun administering locally filled-and-packed doses of China’s Sinopharm COVID-19 vaccines, locally known as the Myancopharm vaccines, according to the Ministry of Health on Thursday. “The […]

Have you seen this Myanmar site on comprehensive sexuality education materials? You can even subscribe. https://t.co/1ICh3pEHIT HT Leigh Mitchell. Jamie

This a war crime. Jamie ++++++++++++++++++ Myanmar junta troops burn medical equipment in Wanma Thu District Hospital Mizzima Tuesday, February 22, 2022 Junta troops in Wanma Thu village in Mindat Township, Chin State set fire to everything except iron bedsteads at Wanma Thu District Hospital because they thought that anti-junta fighters were being treated there, […]

Detainees’ testimonies are important in documenting torture. Prescriptions not so much. https://www.myanmar-now.org/en/news/fresh-evidence-emerges-of-brutal-torture-of-prisoners-inside-mandalay-palace Jamie

Read these rapid assessments on the situation for older people in Myanmar. The authors are correct that there is great diversity in the country. And that elderly people are also suffering. Jamie ++++++++++++++++++ https://reliefweb.int/sites/reliefweb.int/files/resources/RNA%20of%20older%20people%20in%20Myanmar%20-%20Because%20I%20can%27t%20run%20like%20the%20others%20%28HelpAge%29.pdf https://reliefweb.int/report/myanmar/because-i-can-t-run-others-rapid-needs-assessment-situation-older-people-myanmar?fbclid=IwAR2dqFLbid-MQCtEQwyF9TcUJ6r1AaYBKWi_H43RNqYApk5XjffAmBJBIVc

I am concerned about the health of *all* people who are detained in Myanmar. Jamie https://www.cnbc.com/2021/07/13/myanmar-coup-family-of-imprisoned-american-journalist-very-very-concerned-for-his-health-as-covid-levels-surge.html

The IFRC is speaking out. Jamie ++++++++++++++++++ Myanmar: IFRC calls for greater protection of health workers and warns of a deepening humanitarian crisis Kuala Lumpur/Yangon/Geneva,1 April 2021 – Two months following the military takeover in Myanmar, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is deeply concerned about the escalating violence and […]

“I express solidarity with the people of Myanmar and recognize the exceptional leadership of young people, women and social activists in trying to uphold human rights,” said UNAIDS Executive Director, Winnie Byanyima. Thanks. Jamie ++++++++++++++++++ UNAIDS warns that violence in Myanmar is impeding access to services for people living with and affected by HIV GENEVA, […]

Who will get these vaccinations? Jamie ++++++++++++++++++ India says it will give Myanmar COVID-19 support despite coup Sanjeev Miglani Reuters undated NEW DELHI (Reuters) – India will provide humanitarian assistance to Myanmar to fight the coronavirus pandemic, the foreign ministry said on Thursday, as international pressure mounts against Myanmar’s military leaders following a coup. New […]

This story of the harassment of a former official of the Ministry of Health and Sports by the Myanmar junta would make a fascinating story for any local journalist brave enough to pursue it. https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1sZ1Pq4jE-bfX8luG2vURoHoKRef8eXs3?usp=sharing Jamieas

Courageous health care providers in Myanmar. Stay safe. https://www.irrawaddy.com/news/burma/doctors-civil-disobedience-movement-put-pressure-myanmar-military-regime.html?utm_source=The+Irrawaddy&utm_campaign=85f7cd51b7-RSS_EMAIL_CAMPAIGN&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_1465753ec6-85f7cd51b7-26452881&ct=t(RSS_EMAIL_CAMPAIGN) Jamie