A year after the ‘ceasefire’, Gaza’s healthcare is still collapsing
Summary
A year after a ceasefire was announced in Gaza, the healthcare system there remains severely damaged and unable to meet the needs of the population. Medical supplies are still limited, emergency evacuations are delayed, and many patients with serious conditions cannot get proper treatment, leading to preventable deaths.Key Facts
- The ceasefire in Gaza was announced on October 10 last year, but healthcare has not improved significantly.
- Over 1,470 people have died in Gaza since the ceasefire due to ongoing violence and lack of medical care.
- Medical supplies and equipment deliveries remain restricted by Israeli authorities.
- Patients with serious conditions like cancer, kidney failure, and malnutrition struggle to get treatment.
- Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP) has had to stop some services because of security concerns and attacks.
- More than 15,000 people in Gaza are waiting for medical evacuations, which are delayed by complicated approval processes.
- Hospitals face shortages of essential items like oxygen, IV fluids, anaesthetics, and surgical tools.
- Many oxygen stations in Gaza have stopped working, risking lives of patients who need constant oxygen.
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