Doctor Blog--How to Help Myanmar Cyclone Victims

The cyclone that hit Maynmar has devastated the region beyond what was

initially reported.  There was a storm surge after the cyclone which

contributed to the horrible outcome.



The link below will take you to the most recent information.  Approximately

22,000 are estimated dead and 41,000 missing.  The area is difficult to reach

and aid has been slow to arrive.  Millions are without shelter.



http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/24478247



If you would like to help,  go to one of the links below.





American Red Cross

International Response Fund

P.O. Box 37243

Washington, DC 20013

(800) HELP-NOW

http://www.redcross.org





InterAction at (202) 667-8227 orhttp://www.interaction.org. This link lists

multiple agencies that are accepting aid if you have a particular preference

in how to donate.



Myanmar is also known as Burma.  Click on the link to get more information

about the country.                           



Location:        

Wikipedia has a great section detailing Myanmar's history, geography, and government.