Gaza's Healthcare System on Brink of Collapse Amid Blood Shortage and Escalating Conflict
A dire blood shortage has struck Gaza as deaths from Israeli attacks and starvation continue to rise, further straining the already collapsed healthcare system. Blood banks have run dry and clinics are being targeted by Israeli forces, exacerbating the crisis.
A dire blood shortage has struck Gaza, exacerbating an already overwhelmed healthcare system ravaged by deaths from Israeli attacks and starvation, as clinics and facilities housing patients and displaced families are repeatedly targeted by forces on the ground. The Palestinian Red Crescent Society reported a drastic shortage of blood supplies, which is further compounding the crisis. This worsening situation has raised significant concerns about the capacity to provide adequate medical care to those in need.
