Summary
Gaza's healthcare system is struggling due to a lack of essential medical supplies. Despite a ceasefire, Israel has restricted the entry of critical medicines and medical equipment into the region. Essential medicines, surgical supplies, and other necessary items are not available, affecting many people's health.
Key Facts
- Gaza's healthcare system is near collapse due to shortages of essential medical supplies.
- Israel allows only five trucks of medical supplies into Gaza each week, less than required by the ceasefire agreement.
- 54% of essential medicines and 40% of surgery and emergency drugs are unavailable in Gaza.
- Doctors are unable to access items like antibiotics, IV solutions, and surgical materials.
- Other supplies such as sweets and electric bikes are allowed in, but critical medical supplies are not.
- Cooking gas and shelter materials are also in short supply, affecting daily life.
- Many healthcare facilities in Gaza have been damaged, and over 1,700 healthcare workers have died in recent conflicts.
- People with chronic illnesses are suffering due to the lack of necessary medical supplies.
