Spread of diseases overwhelms Khartoum hospitals in war-ravaged Sudan
Summary
Hospitals in Khartoum, Sudan, are overwhelmed due to outbreaks of diseases like dengue fever, malaria, and typhoid. The rainy season has led to an increase in mosquito populations, spreading these diseases. The ongoing conflict between military forces has left many hospitals destroyed, making it difficult to provide proper medical care.Key Facts
- In Khartoum, Sudan, there is an outbreak of diseases including dengue fever, malaria, and typhoid.
- The disease spread has been intensified by the rainy season, which allows mosquitoes to breed.
- Many hospitals are overwhelmed with patients, and some have been destroyed due to ongoing conflict.
- Nearly half of Khartoum's hospitals are not operational because of the war.
- A patient, Mohammed Siddig, experienced symptoms of dengue fever and reported a lack of proper treatment facilities.
- Over 5,000 cases of these diseases have been reported recently, with many deaths.
- The shortage of medical supplies forces some people to use alternative treatments at home.
- Aid organizations warn that cases are likely to increase without adequate medical resources.
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