Gaza surges in skin injuries strains health system
Gaza is facing a continued outbreak of contagious skin diseases such as smallpox, scabies, and lice, with approximately 9,300 cases recorded over the past two weeks across 130 health centers. This situation is worsened by shortages of essential medicines and medical supplies. Overcrowding in shelters and declining sanitation services contribute to the escalation of the problem, placing additional pressure on the healthcare sector, which is already suffering from supply shortages and aging infrastructure. The lack of clean water and poor management of environmental health are leading to the spread of intestinal diseases and a general decline in health, especially among children, pregnant women, and patients with chronic illnesses. There is an urgent need to provide medicines and improve shelter conditions to curb the spread of these diseases.
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