The Ministry of Health (MOH), Myanmar, laid down two objectives, to enable every citizen to attain full life expectancy and enjoy longevity of life, and to ensure that every citizen is free from diseases. To do that, traditional medicine is one of the main supporting issues.

With rising water levels in rivers and creeks nationwide due to heavy rains, it is crucial for fish and prawn farmers to take preventive measures to protect their farms from flooding.

THE transmission of diseases between humans and animals poses significant threats to daily life, as infections are becoming increasingly common.

THE Department of Meteorology and Hydrology recently warned residents in Shwegu, Bhamo, Katha, Phaungpyin, Mawlaik, Mogaung, Myitkyina, Khamti, and Homalin townships to be cautious of water overflow from the Ayeyawady and Chindwin rivers, as well as Nanyin and Nankaung creeks. Globally, people are facing impacts of severe climate challenges, including heatwaves, droughts, and storms.

MYANMAR is an agrarian country, with paddy and other staple crops forming the backbone of its agriculture. Farmers dedicate significant effort to growing paddy, with some cultivating it two to three times annually, ensuring a continuous supply. Paddy and rice, being staple foods, are crucial for the entire population.

Myanmar frequently experiences severe flooding in July and August due to heavy rains, river overflows, and landslides. Given this, residents must stay informed about climatic conditions and adhere to preventive measures as directed by local authorities.

THE early monsoon season in Myanmar has led to an outbreak of waterborne diseases, including cholera and severe diarrhoea, due to lapses in adherence to health guidelines issued by the Ministry of Health. In June 2024, these diseases emerged in several parts of the Yangon Region, affecting townships such as Thakayta and Dawbon. While patients have sought treatment in hospitals, there is no confirmed information regarding casualties at this time.

Tatmadaw, Myanmar’s military, does not deploy child soldiers and returns underage recruits to their parents or guardians upon verification. To reinforce this stance, the Tatmadaw established the Committee on the Prevention of Recruitment of Child Soldiers on 5 January 2004.

Sethu Rama Rau was a distinguished senior geologist with the Geological Survey of India (GSI), renowned for his extensive fieldwork in the Burma Circle. According to GSI records, Sethu Rama Rau continued mapping the Tertiary beds west of the Irrawaddy River in the Minbu and Pakokku districts. He completed the survey of the area covered by sheets 84K/11 and 84K/15, except for the portion already surveyed by Mr Cotter. Sethu Rama Rau returned to headquarters from the field on 31 May 1908. He was then assigned to Mr Pascoe’s party in Burma and departed for the field on 27 October 1908. He returned to headquarters on 18 May 1911, rejoined the Burma party, and left for the field on 27 October 1911. Sethu Rama Rau returned to headquarters on 12 May 1912 and was granted a one-month and thirteen-day privilege leave starting 2 September 1912. He returned from leave on 15 October 1912, rejoined the Burma party, and departed for the field on 8 November 1912.

SINCE its emergence in 2019, the COVID-19 pandemic has affected diverse societies globally, with various virus variants causing widespread illness and death. Despite these challenges, scientists and medical experts have tirelessly worked to develop effective vaccines and treatments, aiming to save lives and control the pandemic. However, the ever-evolving nature of the virus, with new variants continually emerging, poses significant challenges to these efforts.