The healthcare system in Gaza has been under sustained attack, with all hospitals now damaged. The last partially operational hospital in northern Gaza continues to provide limited rehabilitation services, while remaining facilities across the territory are severely strained. In the West Bank, ongoing displacement and settler violence are also placing intense pressure on healthcare systems, as infrastructure is damaged, reducing access to healthcare.  

Across the territories, many clinics are facing critical stock shortages and significant power constraints, relying on generators to operate as electricity is frequently cut off. The high number of casualties is further overwhelming these limited services, with severe injuries such as burns, amputations, and traumatic brain injuries becoming increasingly common among both adults and children. Patients that live with non-communicable diseases (NCDs), including diabetes, cardiovascular conditions, and cancer, are also facing significant barriers to accessing essential treatment, medication, and ongoing care, putting their lives at serious risk. More than 90% of primary healthcare facilities reporting shortages of the medications to manage these conditions.

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