Gaza's Hospitals are on the Brink: "We're Still in the War"
In a desperate bid to cope with the relentless violence, hospitals in Gaza are running out of essential supplies - including life-saving medication and medical equipment. More than 50 people have been killed, and over 100 injured in recent days alone, according to medics on the ground.
"We are still suffering a severe lack of most of our supplies and medicines," says Mohammed Saqr, director of nursing at Nasser hospital in Khan Younis. "We have daily crises, and the same shortages and deficiencies in supplies... We don't feel there is a big change."
Critically low stocks of gauze, antiseptics, thermometers, and antibiotics are being struggled to replenish. The situation is dire, with medics describing a war-like atmosphere where patients are constantly pouring in, only to leave without receiving life-saving treatment.
Gaza's health ministry has reported over 300 deaths since the ceasefire was put in place last month, with many more suffering from malnutrition, adverse weather conditions, and new outbreaks of disease.
Hospitals are struggling to cope with the sheer number of casualties, with Nasser hospital, one of the largest facilities, taking on the burden. "In the last attack we received 12 dead; among them were four children and two women," says Saqr. "And among 24 injuries, 18 were women and children."
The situation is exacerbated by staff shortages and a lack of ambulances, with some medics describing it as a 'humanitarian disaster'. Humanitarian organizations have been working tirelessly to deliver hundreds of tons of supplies into Gaza, but stocks remain woefully insufficient.
Analysts suggest Israel's continued military action may be aimed at degrading Hamas's military capabilities, using the ceasefire as an excuse. The international community remains deeply concerned about the humanitarian situation in Gaza, with many calling for a more concerted effort to secure aid.
Egypt, Qatar, and the US have been mediating between Israel and Hamas, securing the fragile ceasefire agreement. However, it appears that Israel continues to block vital supplies from reaching Gaza, sparking outrage among human rights groups.
As the situation on the ground remains dire, one thing is clear - hospitals in Gaza are fighting a desperate battle to save lives against overwhelming odds.
In a desperate bid to cope with the relentless violence, hospitals in Gaza are running out of essential supplies - including life-saving medication and medical equipment. More than 50 people have been killed, and over 100 injured in recent days alone, according to medics on the ground.
"We are still suffering a severe lack of most of our supplies and medicines," says Mohammed Saqr, director of nursing at Nasser hospital in Khan Younis. "We have daily crises, and the same shortages and deficiencies in supplies... We don't feel there is a big change."
Critically low stocks of gauze, antiseptics, thermometers, and antibiotics are being struggled to replenish. The situation is dire, with medics describing a war-like atmosphere where patients are constantly pouring in, only to leave without receiving life-saving treatment.
Gaza's health ministry has reported over 300 deaths since the ceasefire was put in place last month, with many more suffering from malnutrition, adverse weather conditions, and new outbreaks of disease.
Hospitals are struggling to cope with the sheer number of casualties, with Nasser hospital, one of the largest facilities, taking on the burden. "In the last attack we received 12 dead; among them were four children and two women," says Saqr. "And among 24 injuries, 18 were women and children."
The situation is exacerbated by staff shortages and a lack of ambulances, with some medics describing it as a 'humanitarian disaster'. Humanitarian organizations have been working tirelessly to deliver hundreds of tons of supplies into Gaza, but stocks remain woefully insufficient.
Analysts suggest Israel's continued military action may be aimed at degrading Hamas's military capabilities, using the ceasefire as an excuse. The international community remains deeply concerned about the humanitarian situation in Gaza, with many calling for a more concerted effort to secure aid.
Egypt, Qatar, and the US have been mediating between Israel and Hamas, securing the fragile ceasefire agreement. However, it appears that Israel continues to block vital supplies from reaching Gaza, sparking outrage among human rights groups.
As the situation on the ground remains dire, one thing is clear - hospitals in Gaza are fighting a desperate battle to save lives against overwhelming odds.