The Malaysian Medical Relief Society (Mercy) launched for Rohingyas Refugees
Aid worth RM5.5 million will be needed to assist internally displaced persons (IDP) in the Rakhine state of Myanmar as well as Syrian refugees in Jordan.
The Malaysian Medical Relief Society (Mercy) has launched two separate relief funds to provide healthcare needs of the affected people in the areas.
Mercy president Datuk Dr Ahmad Faizal Mohd Perdaus said the organisation is focused on reaching out to victims in Rakhine and Syrian refugees in Jordan.
“In Myanmar, communicable diseases such as malaria, diarrhoea, skin diseases and respiratory infections has become serious among the IDPs when paired with the heavy monsoon rain and crowded living conditions.
“The funds raised, therefore, will bring compelling changes to those who are in need of the assistance.
As of October 1, Mercy has distributed over 3,000 hygiene kits, 2,500 mosquito nets and basic primary healthcare worth USD 20,000 (RM61,500) which includes treatment for flu, fever, cough and malaria in the Sittwe region of Rakhine state.
Mercy projects that RM3.5 million will be needed to carry out basic medical services and reconstruction projects involving sanitation and latrine systems for a one year period.
Speaking at a press conference here today Dr Ahmad Faizal said Mercy wants to provide a better living conditions for people in both the Rakhine and Rohingya camps.
Another RM2 million would benefit Syrian refugees in Jordan for the upcoming winter season.
“An estimated 175,000 refugees will require winterisation kits (high thermal blankets, heaters, fleece jackets, socks, warm clothes, heating material and fuel) to assist with the winter preparations.
In addition, Dr Ahmad Faizal said basic medical supplies, vaccines and psychosocial support will be provided for the refugees within the community.
Concerned individuals and organisations could also do their part for this humanitarian cause by donating to www.mercy.org.my.
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