Healthcare in Myanmar
Healthcare in Myanmar
Healthcare in Myanmar (pronunciation: /ˈmaɪænmɑːr/), also known as Burmese healthcare, refers to the healthcare system and services provided in the Southeast Asian country of Myanmar, formerly known as Burma.
Etymology
The term "Myanmar" is derived from the Burmese word "Myanma Naingngandaw", which is used to refer to the area that is now known as Myanmar. The term "healthcare" is derived from the Old English words "hǣlth", meaning health, and "carian", meaning to care for or to tend.
Overview
Healthcare in Myanmar is primarily provided by the Ministry of Health and Sports. The healthcare system in Myanmar is a mix of public and private providers, with the public sector being the major provider of healthcare services. The healthcare system in Myanmar is characterized by a lack of accessibility and quality, particularly in rural areas.
Related Terms
- Public health in Myanmar
- Healthcare accessibility
- Healthcare quality
- Healthcare system
- Healthcare services
- Ministry of Health and Sports (Myanmar)
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Healthcare in Myanmar
- Wikipedia's article - Healthcare in Myanmar
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