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world2 days ago

Gaza Doctor Returns to a Hospital in Ruins After Detention

A senior Gazan anaesthesiologist, Dr Ahmed Muhanna, returns to Gaza after 665 days in Israeli detention to find al-Awda hospital hollowed out of staff, equipment, and medicine, with 75 colleagues killed in custody and 1,200 Palestinian healthcare workers killed and 384 detained since Oct 2023. Gaza’s healthcare system is ravaged: no functional MRI machines and only one CT scanner, border closures and fuel shortages have forced the hospital to suspend services, and WHO says 77% of the population faces acute food insecurity. International NGOs face new license revocations, further hampering aid. Muhanna continues to treat patients while coping with trauma and a bleak outlook for his children’s future.

via The Guardian|
#detention#gaza#genocide
health15 days ago

Americans Face Record Healthcare Cost Anxiety Amid Systemic Challenges

A record 23% of Americans believe the US healthcare system is in crisis, with 47% citing major problems, mainly high costs, which are linked to longer lifespans, economic fluctuations, and policy issues. Rising healthcare costs impact health outcomes, lead to skipped treatments, and are connected to mental health challenges, highlighting the need for systemic reforms to improve affordability and access.

via The Guardian|
#cost-of-healthcare#health#healthcare-affordability
world-news1 year ago

Doctors Without Borders Suspends Haiti Operations Amid Police Threats

Doctors Without Borders (MSF) has suspended its operations in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, due to threats and violence from local police, including death and rape threats towards its staff. This decision follows a deadly attack on an MSF ambulance and highlights the severe security challenges in the city, where gang violence has led to the closure of most medical facilities. MSF, a crucial healthcare provider in the region, will continue some services outside the capital but cannot operate under current threats.

via DW (English)|
#doctors-without-borders#haiti#healthcare-crisis
world-news1 year ago

"Medical Crisis: The Devastating Impact of War on Gaza's Children"

A team of international doctors visiting a hospital in central Gaza was shocked by the devastating impact of Israel's war against Hamas on Palestinian children, with hospitals overwhelmed and struggling to care for an increasing number of patients with limited supplies and staff. The war has taken a heavy toll on Gaza's health sector, leaving roughly a dozen of its 36 hospitals only partially functioning, and has resulted in the deaths of over 32,000 Palestinians and injuries to nearly 75,000 more, with roughly half of Gaza's 2.3 million people being 17 or younger. Israel holds Hamas responsible for non-combatants' deaths and injuries, citing the militants' operation from within civilian areas.

via Euronews|
#gaza#healthcare-crisis#israeli-strikes
humanitarian-crisis1 year ago

"Amid Haiti Crisis, UN Maternity Aid Looted in Port-au-Prince"

A container carrying essential maternity and neonatal supplies, as well as early childhood development and education equipment, was looted in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, amid worsening gang violence and a humanitarian crisis. UNICEF representative Bruno Maes condemned the theft, emphasizing the critical need for these supplies in a collapsing healthcare system. With 80% of Port-au-Prince controlled by gangs and limited access to essential resources, including food, fuel, and medical supplies, the situation has led to a humanitarian catastrophe, prompting UN efforts to establish an air bridge for aid delivery.

via CNN|
#gang-violence#haiti#healthcare-crisis
health-international1 year ago

"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.

via NPR|
#gangs#haiti#health-international
healthcare1 year ago

"South Korea Deploys Military Surgeons to Support Hospitals Amid Doctor Walkout"

South Korea is deploying military physicians and public health doctors to assist hospitals affected by a walkout of nearly 12,000 trainee doctors over government plans to increase medical school admissions. The government has warned the striking doctors that their licenses could be suspended and has the power to order them back to work if there is a serious risk to public health. The striking doctors argue that increasing medical students will not address pay and work conditions and could worsen the issues. Critics accuse President Yoon Suk Yeol of pushing medical reforms for political gain ahead of parliamentary elections.

via NBC News|
#doctors-strike#government-reform#healthcare
health1 year ago

"King Charles' Cancer Diagnosis Exposes Failures in UK's NHS"

The UK's National Health Service is facing a crisis with long waiting times for cancer diagnosis and treatment, leading to concerns about late diagnoses and inadequate care. The recent cancer diagnosis of King Charles III has brought attention to the issue, highlighting the disparity between swift treatment for public figures and delays for ordinary citizens. Underfunding, staff shortages, and outdated infrastructure have contributed to the NHS's struggles, exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Calls for urgent government action and investment in cancer care have intensified as patients and advocates demand better prioritization and resources for addressing the growing cancer burden in the UK.

via The Associated Press|
#cancer#health#healthcare-crisis
international-affairs1 year ago

"Afghanistan's Health System in Crisis: Impact of Taliban Abuses on Foreign Aid and Vulnerable Population"

Human Rights Watch reports that Afghanistan's public health system has suffered a significant blow due to a sharp decrease in foreign aid and Taliban abuses against women and girls, leading to severe malnutrition and illness among the population. The Taliban's restrictions on women's freedom of movement and education have severely limited their access to healthcare services, exacerbating the crisis. The report emphasizes the urgent need for sustainable efforts to address the economic decline and alleviate the immense suffering of the Afghan population.

via The Associated Press|
#afghanistan#foreign-aid#healthcare-crisis
health-covid-192 years ago

"Unprecedented COVID-19 Surge Threatens Winter"

The ongoing surge of the JN.1 variant of COVID-19 is leading to a winter of death across the Northern Hemisphere, overwhelming hospitals in the US, Canada, and Europe. The variant appears to be more virulent and pathogenic, causing higher hospitalizations and deaths. The toll on human life is enormous, with an estimated one-third of the American population expected to contract COVID-19 during this wave. Additionally, the virus's long-term effects, known as Long COVID, are causing significant suffering, with recent studies showing potential brain damage and impacts on various bodily functions. The article criticizes the dismantling of COVID-19 testing and data reporting systems and calls for a global public health program to eliminate and eradicate the virus, emphasizing the need for political and social mobilization to address the underlying social order.

via WSWS|
#covid-19#global-response#health-covid-19