Idlib Countryside Faces Medical Service Decline

The article discusses the suffering of rural residents in Idlib in accessing medical services due to a severe shortage of equipped clinics and hospitals. Residents are forced to travel distances of up to 65 kilometers to receive treatment. Healthcare facilities face a lack of medical staff and are short of specialized equipment and services, which worsens patients' struggles. Many new health centers have been established, but some remain closed or under renovation, while efforts continue to integrate and upgrade the healthcare sector. However, the ongoing issues with equipment shortages and staffing persist. Ultimately, the article emphasizes that these conditions lead to increased transportation and treatment costs, as well as delays in receiving essential care for residents in rural areas of Idlib.