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ICU patients’ lives at risk in Gaza’s Al-Aqsa Hospital amid Israel’s war

ICU patients’ lives at risk in Gaza’s Al-Aqsa Hospital amid Israel’s war

Summary

Al-Aqsa Hospital in Gaza is facing severe challenges in treating critically ill patients due to damaged facilities and a lack of resources like fuel and spare parts. Ongoing conflict has heavily impacted the healthcare system, with many medical workers killed and supplies limited. Despite a ceasefire, violence continues, worsening the health crisis.

Key Facts

  • Gaza's health system is struggling due to ongoing conflict with Israel.
  • Over 1,700 healthcare workers have been killed since the conflict started.
  • The United Nations accuses Israel of targeting health facilities in Gaza.
  • Al-Aqsa Hospital's main generators have stopped working.
  • The hospital only has two unreliable backup generators.
  • There is a shortage of fuel and spare parts for hospital equipment.
  • Since a ceasefire began in October, nearly 600 Palestinians have been killed.
  • The hospital is considering rationing electricity to prioritize critical care areas.
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