Syria cannot heal without a rebuilt health system
Summary
European Union and Syrian officials recently met to discuss rebuilding Syria’s health system after years of conflict. A report by Relief International shows that many Syrians returning home face a broken health system lacking staff, medicine, and mental health support, which hinders the country’s recovery.Key Facts
- The EU is providing 14 million euros (about $16.25 million) to repair Ar-Rastan Hospital in Homs.
- Around 3.7 million Syrians have returned home but face poor healthcare conditions.
- In Deir Az Zor, 78% of returnees said healthcare was not available.
- In al-Tebni, 41% of households reported that someone could not get emergency care in the last six months.
- Many clinics lack staff, medicines, and equipment, causing delays and health risks.
- Mental health issues are widespread, with 86% of women reporting anxiety, but mental health services are underfunded.
- About 28% of Syrians live with disabilities, a high rate worsened by landmines, but rehabilitation services are scarce.
- Restoring Syria’s health system needs investment in local clinics, healthcare workers, mental health support, and supply chains for medicines.
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