UNRWA: Elderly and people with disabilities in Gaza are at risks amid healthcare collapse

GAZA, Dec. 23 (YPA) -The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) confirmed on Tuesday that the elderly and people with disabilities in the Gaza Strip are exposed to disproportionate risk, due to forced displacement and the collapse of the healthcare system.

UNRWA explained that crucial supplies like adult diapers are critically depleted, severely compromising hygiene and dignity.

The agency also highlighted that chronic medication shortages lead to avoidable deaths.

UNRWA stressed that conditions in Gaza remain dire, with enormous humanitarian needs amid widespread destruction and acute food shortages. Families continue to endure severe suffering due to the scarcity of food and extensive damage.

According to a report from the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC), 1.6 million people are experiencing high levels of acute food insecurity.

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