More than 100 premature babies in Gaza at risk as hospitals run out of fuel
Summary
Gaza's two largest hospitals, al-Shifa and Nasser, are facing severe fuel shortages due to an Israeli blockade, putting many patients' lives at risk. These hospitals warn that they may soon be unable to provide necessary medical care, as supplies and power run out.Key Facts
- Al-Shifa and Nasser hospitals are dealing with critical fuel shortages.
- They say without more fuel, essential medical equipment like oxygen machines and blood banks will stop working.
- Al-Shifa hospital has shut down its dialysis department to save power for critical care.
- Nasser hospital currently has enough fuel for only one more day.
- Due to lack of power, doctors are performing surgeries without electricity, increasing the risk of infections.
- Gaza's healthcare system has suffered greatly from ongoing conflicts, with many hospitals damaged or destroyed.
- Over 600 attacks on health facilities have been reported since the conflict began in October 2023.
- Fuel and supply shortages have left Gaza's health sector unable to manage the high number of casualties effectively.
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