Infectious diseases are spreading rapidly in Gaza due to unsanitary conditions worsened by the ongoing conflict. The lack of basic hygiene facilities and infrastructure in the region has led to a surge in illnesses such as typhoid fever, cholera, and hepatitis. With limited access to clean water and proper sanitation, the people of Gaza are at an increased risk of contracting these contagious diseases.
The already dire situation has been further compounded by the destruction of medical facilities and the displacement of thousands of residents. The overcrowded living conditions in makeshift shelters and refugee camps only serve to exacerbate the spread of infectious diseases.
Efforts are being made by humanitarian organizations to provide medical aid and support to those affected, but the need for sustainable solutions to improve sanitation and access to clean water in Gaza remains critical. Without immediate intervention and long-term investments in public health infrastructure, the cycle of disease and suffering in Gaza is likely to persist.
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Video “Infectious diseases spread amid unhygienic conditions in Gaza” was uploaded on 07/07/2024 to Youtube Channel Al Jazeera English