A call for global intervention: The pressing requirement to address the health emergency in Gaza health crisis

被引:3
作者
Ahmed, Faisal [1 ]
Alhajeeli, Nasr [2 ]
Badheeb, Mohamed [3 ]
Ghabisha, Saif [4 ]
Mahyoub, Basheer [5 ]
Salem, Afrah [1 ]
机构
[1] Ibb Univ, Sch Med, Dept Urol, Ibb, Yemen
[2] Ibb Univ, Sch Med, Ibb, Yemen
[3] Hadhramaut Univ, Fac Med, Dept Internal Med, Hadhramaut, Yemen
[4] Ibb Univ, Sch Med, Dept Gen Surg, Ibb, Yemen
[5] Ibb Univ, Sch Med, Dept Internal Med, Ibb, Yemen
来源
AVICENNA | 2024年 / 2024卷 / 01期
关键词
Crisis; Gaza; children; health; health crisis;
D O I
10.5339/avi.2024.5
中图分类号
R19 [保健组织与事业(卫生事业管理)];
学科分类号
摘要
The ongoing conflict in Gaza has resulted in unfortunate and tragic events. The escalation of the war, along with the massive shortage of essential medications and limited staff members, has worsened the already exhausted healthcare system and significantly impacted healthcare delivery and accessibility. An in-depth look into the current situation raises concerns about an urgent health catastrophe affecting the whole population. Various independent agencies have reported unprecedented increases in women's, maternal, and children's mortality and morbidity with the persistence of the conflict. Furthermore, poor sanitation and water accessibility have resulted in increased diarrheal and other infectious illnesses. Additionally, the psychological and mental implications of war are probably underemphasized and unrecognized, which would persist even after the conflict resolution. The academic community has a moral responsibility to conduct inquiries, impart knowledge, and provide training while also advocating for peace and humanitarian aid. Internationally recognized organizations, including the United Nations, have a pivotal role in delivering healthcare and essential humanitarian supplies to stabilize environmental and health consequences in Gaza, alleviate detrimental health issues, and prevent further deterioration.
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