USAID Cuts Cause Antimalarial Drug Shortage in Tanintharyi Region

The suspension of aid from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) in late January 2025 has caused a shortage of antimalarial drugs and medical equipment in Myeik and Dawei districts in Tanintharyi Region.

District health officer Padoh Naw El Sel Toe said to KIC: “There is currently a shortage of antimalarial drugs and medical equipment in Myeik and Dawei districts. Since USAID funding ended, the supply of antimalarial drugs has been cut off. The situation is challenging, and we are exploring alternative solutions.