[Nearly 1 Year Since Major Earthquake in Myanmar] Starting with Disaster Relief, Security Deteriorates Amidst Political Instability, Yet Approximately 10,000 Treatments Per Year are Provided. "If we stop medical care even once, patients won't come anymore. That's why we can't stop."

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: When did the major earthquake strike Myanmar and what was its magnitude?

A: The major earthquake struck Myanmar on March 28, 2025 with a magnitude of 7.7.

Q: What organization based in Taito‑ku, Tokyo resumed surgeries at Wattye Charity Hospital on June 2, 2025?

A: Japan Heart, a non‑profit international medical assistance group chaired by Haruna Yoshioka, resumed surgeries at Wattye Charity Hospital on June 2, 2025.

Q: How many outpatient and mobile clinic visits did Japan Heart report for fiscal year 2025 in Myanmar?

A: Japan Heart reported approximately 9,500 outpatient and mobile clinic visits during fiscal year 2025 in Myanmar.

Q: What total number of treatments, including surgeries, is Japan Heart expected to announce in September 2026 for its 2025 operations?

A: Japan Heart expects to announce roughly 10,000 total treatments, including over 500 surgeries, for its 2025 operations in September 2026.

Q: Why did Japan Heart decide to continue medical care despite political instability and a request from the Myanmar government to cease mobile clinics in August?

A: Japan Heart continued care because its leader warned that even a single interruption would cause patients to stop seeking treatment, emphasizing that uninterrupted services are essential amid instability.