Thousands of Patients Lost Their Lives Due to Border Crossing Restrictions in Gaza
Due to Israel keeping border crossings closed and preventing the entry of medical supplies, 2027 patients awaiting treatment in Gaza have lost their lives.
Dr. Mohammed Abu Afesh, Director of Medical Aid in the Gaza Strip, announced that 2027 patients waiting for treatment or medical evacuation have lost their lives due to Israel keeping the border crossings closed and restricting the entry of medical supplies.
Worsening Health Conditions
Dr. Mohammed Abu Afesh emphasized that health conditions in Gaza are steadily deteriorating due to the border crossings being kept closed and the restriction of medicine imports.
Patients Awaiting Evacuation
It was announced that 2027 patients waiting to receive treatment in the region or to leave the area have died, and over 21,000 individuals are in need of medical evacuation.
Obstacles at the Border Crossing
It was stated that no patients have been able to cross into Egypt via the Rafah Border Crossing for more than 5 days, and this delay has worsened the condition of the patients.
Critical Disease Groups
It was noted that serious complications have arisen among patients with cancer, kidney failure, heart conditions, and chronic illnesses due to the border crossings remaining closed.
Inadequacies in Hospitals
It was expressed that diagnostic capabilities, including laboratory and operating room services, remain inadequate, and shortages in medicine and specialized fields are deepening.
Declining Health Centers
It was reported that due to existing shortages, health services have been curtailed and the number of functioning health centers has dropped from 574 to 227.