Gaza: Mohammad Abu Afsh, Director of Medical Relief in northern Gaza, stated that the health situation in the Strip is extremely critical, with the healthcare system in a state of ongoing collapse due to the continued blockage of humanitarian aid and the increasing number of injured patients arriving at hospitals daily.
According to Palestine News and Information Agency - WAFA, Abu Afsh explained that more than 3,000 patients suffering from hypertension and diabetes have not received essential treatment or medications for over three months, as drug supplies have been completely depleted across all health centers. He also emphasized the absence of foreseeable solutions to facilitate the entry of medical assistance into Gaza, which further exacerbates the dire situation.
Abu Afsh highlighted the urgent warnings issued by the Eye Hospital in Gaza, which pointed to an imminent risk of vision loss for around 4,000 patients. This risk is attributed to the lack of necessary medications and the compounded effects of diabetes and high blood pressure, with many patients requiring immediate surgical interventions.
The ongoing healthcare crisis in Gaza underscores the critical need for international intervention to address the severe shortage of medical supplies and support the overwhelmed healthcare facilities in the region.
