"Dr. Hanan Balkhy stated that the situation has been quite difficult for some time, but the current regional health crisis is unfolding in real time across multiple areas. It's not just about lives being lost; it's about a collapse of access to healthcare in many dimensions beyond what we could have imagined."
"The US-Israel war on Iran has resulted in over 1,000 deaths in Lebanon, more than 1,500 in Iran, and 16 in Israel, with additional casualties reported in the West Bank and Gulf Arab states. The conflict has displaced 3.2 million people in Iran and over 1 million in Lebanon within a month."
"Balkhy expressed deep concern about the long-term effects of the conflict on maternal mortality and mental health, as well as the plight of children who are left orphaned and without education due to the ongoing violence."
The World Health Organization's regional director emphasized the urgent need for a ceasefire in the Middle East to address a growing health crisis. Hospitals must be protected as safe havens. The ongoing conflict has led to significant casualties and widespread displacement, disrupting healthcare access for chronic illness patients. Concerns extend to long-term impacts on maternal health, mental health, and education for children. Preparations are underway for potential attacks on nuclear sites and water desalination plants, which could exacerbate the crisis.
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