Hey everyone! In the wake of a 7.9-magnitude earthquake shaking Myanmar’s Mandalay region, the China International Search and Rescue Team has been rolling out advanced medical care 🚑. Using smart, self-developed mobile diagnostic equipment like handheld ultrasounds, portable X-rays, and bedside ECG monitors, they’ve provided free examinations to over 250 local residents.
At a relief camp near the University of Medicine and close to Mandalay Palace, the team not only screened for diseases but also distributed essential medications such as anti-infectives, analgesics, and antihypertensives based on on-site diagnoses. Their efforts are tailored to address common local challenges like respiratory, digestive, and immune disorders—issues made worse by the high temperatures in the area.
Comprising over 10 experts across 14 specialties including internal medicine, surgery, and pediatrics, the team has been pivotal in the region. They’ve supported search-and-rescue operations, carried out structural assessments, disinfected over 120,000 square meters of rescue zones, and collaborated with other rescue squads from China, Hong Kong, and Shenzhen to provide round-the-clock medical consultations.
The mission continues as they plan to expand their outreach, focusing on acute and chronic conditions such as respiratory, hepatobiliary, cardiovascular, and endocrine disorders, while also donating urgently needed medical supplies to local facilities. This inspiring blend of technology and teamwork shows how advanced solutions can make a real difference during crises! 😊
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
