Report
278 Views
Attacks on Health Care in Myanmar (03-16 April 2024)
April 25th, 2024 •
Author:
Insecurity Insight
•
1 minute read
Insecurity Insight has identified at least 82 attacks on Myanmar’s health care system between 01 January-31 March 2024. In these incidents, 43 health facilities have been damaged 43 times, often by explosive weapons. These attacks undermine health care providers’ ability to effectively meet patient needs, maintain safe staffing levels and impact the population’s access to health care. Numbers may change if or when further information is made available. Explore this interactive map to see where incidents happened.
Progressive Voice is a participatory rights-based policy research and advocacy organization rooted in civil society, that maintains strong networks and relationships with grassroots organizations and community-based organizations throughout Myanmar. It acts as a bridge to the international community and international policymakers by amplifying voices from the ground, and advocating for a rights-based policy narrative.