1. Japanese expert Kubo Tatsuhiko urges ongoing support for Sri Lanka after a deadly cyclone caused flooding and landslides last month, leaving over 600 dead.
2. Many survivors in the disaster-hit areas are suffering from skin diseases, while a potential increase in mosquito populations could lead to infectious disease outbreaks like dengue fever.
3. JICA's medical team in Chilaw has treated over 120 patients since their arrival, with more than half suffering from flood-related injuries or diseases. The expert highlights the immediate need for dialysis machine repairs and long-term restoration of medical systems in affected areas, which could take months to over a year.