Rafah water facility demolition raises health risks in Gaza, UN says

Category: Health

The demolition of a critical water facility in Rafah, Gaza, has heightened the risk of infectious diseases as residents are forced to consume unsafe water. UNICEF warns that vulnerable populations, especially children, face severe health risks due to deteriorating sanitary conditions and limited water availability. The World Health Organization reports a surge in infectious diseases, including acute respiratory infections and diarrhea, and highlights the urgent need for vaccination campaigns against polio, which poses a significant threat in the current crisis.

Keywords: Gaza, water crisis, infectious diseases

Source: Voice of America

Update At: 8/3/2024

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