Al-Amal Hospital in Gaza Faces Critical Operation Halt
The Al-Amal Hospital, one of the last functioning medical facilities in Gaza, is now almost out of service due to overwhelming military conflict and severe shortages of essential medical supplies. The World Health Organization (WHO) highlighted the dire situation, pointing to obstructed access that prevents new patients from receiving urgent care.
Medical Teams Struggle Against the Odds
According to the WHO Director-General, two emergency medical teams—one local and one international—continue to provide care, utilizing the dwindling resources available. However, their efforts are hampered by the ongoing blockade, which has lasted for over two months.
Intensive Care Supply Crisis in Khan Younis
With Al-Amal hospital closing its critical services, the Al-Nasser Medical Complex remains the sole hospital in Khan Younis equipped with an intensive care unit, already overwhelmed by the influx of wounded patients.
Humanitarian Aid Insufficient Amid Total Blockade
Despite recent permissions granted by Israeli authorities to allow humanitarian aid into Gaza, the volume received falls drastically short of what is required to address the healthcare emergency. The continuous blockade has resulted in severe shortages of medicines and essential medical equipment.
Prolonged Conflict Fuels Humanitarian Disaster
Nearly 20 months of relentless warfare, ignited by the October 7, 2023 attacks from Hamas, have plunged Gaza into one of the most severe humanitarian crises globally. Civilians endure constant bombardments, forced displacement, hunger, and now the collapse of vital medical infrastructure.
Key Takeaways:
- Al-Amal Hospital is nearly non-operational due to restricted access and supply shortages.
- Al-Nasser remains the only hospital with an intensive care unit in Khan Younis.
- Humanitarian aid allowed into Gaza is far less than what is needed to sustain healthcare services.
- The conflict has triggered a widespread humanitarian crisis, with civilians suffering from multiple hardships.
