"Health-Care Workers and Patients at Risk in Haiti's Chaos"

Haiti is facing a severe healthcare crisis due to the escalating violence and influence of street gangs, which has led to looting of hospitals, frequent electricity outages, and shortages of medications and oxygen. Health workers are being targeted for kidnapping, leading to an exodus of medical professionals and a significant decrease in patients seeking care. The situation is dire, with pregnant women afraid to seek medical attention and reports of deaths due to lack of essential medical services. The turmoil is not only affecting urban areas but also rural regions, exacerbating the already dire medical needs of the population.