PIAHC returns from Myanmar quake mission

The Philippine Inter-Agency Humanitarian Contingent (PIAHC) returned home Sunday night after a two-week mission in earthquake-hit Myanmar following a devastating 7.7 magnitude quake on March 28.

Comprised of 89 personnel from various government agencies and private partners, the contingent arrived at Villamor Air Base aboard a Philippine Air Force C-130 cargo aircraft past 11 p.m., where they were welcomed by Health Secretary Ted Herbosa who thanked them for their medical services in Myanmar.

During their mission, they established a tent hospital near Bomingaung Temple in Began, Myanmar, provided medical consultations and delivered critical aid to the affected population, collaborating with international teams from ASEAN countries.

Health Secretary Ted Herbosa personally welcomed the contingent, expressing gratitude for the warmth of the Filipino spirit of Bayanihan: Ready to heal, help, and stand in solidarity with those in distress.

A new group of experts from the Health Emergency Management Bureau (HEMB), National Center for Mental Health (NCMH), and East Avenue Medical Center (EAMC) were deployed again to Yangon, Myanmar at the request of President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. to provide continuous emergency medical services and mental health support.