No essential supplies in truce: Gaza’s healthcare system broken by Israel
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.
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