The relentless fight of survival in Gaza

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As families return to their neighborhoods in Gaza amid a devastating humanitarian crisis, they encounter a landscape irrevocably altered by conflict. The region’s infrastructure has been crippled, leading to widespread catastrophe. Residents face severe hardships, including homelessness, food shortages, lack of clean water, and limited medical care.

For many, the greatest challenge is not just rebuilding homes but fighting for the essentials of life. The struggle for survival has become an everyday reality as families navigate unthinkable conditions.

Medical Assistance Amid Crippling Infrastructure

Organizations like UNICEF are on the front lines, striving to meet the overwhelming health and wellness needs of the population. In response to the crisis, UNICEF has intensified efforts to supply hygiene kits and repair water pipelines.

Meanwhile, UNRWA has established three emergency medical clinics since the ceasefire began. These facilities serve as lifelines for thousands suffering from both pre-existing and new health issues.

The clinics address a range of urgent needs, including:

• Pregnant women in need of medical care
• Individuals with chronic diseases like diabetes
• A surge in requests for psychosocial support
• Nutritional services for malnourished populations

Efforts to provide critical medical care come at a time when hospitals are either destroyed or barely functioning. Compounding the catastrophe is the escalating crisis surrounding clean water and sanitation.

The Escalating Risk of Disease

With Gaza’s infrastructure in ruins, the risk of disease outbreaks has dramatically increased, especially among vulnerable populations like children and the elderly. Harsh winter conditions exacerbate these difficulties, leaving families in dire need of every basic resource. Many now reside in makeshift tents, often in inhospitable locations, struggling with severe food and basic hygiene shortages.

One resident shared: “I came back here to find nowhere to live… We are here, 20 families in 20 tents… There are no toilets and no places to take showers.” Such testimonies shed light on the harsh realities faced by those whose lives have been completely upended.

Despite the brief reprieve provided by the ceasefire, organizations warn that without sustained humanitarian assistance, the situation will only continue to deteriorate. The struggle for survival in Gaza is far from over—a somber reminder of the urgent need for global support and intervention.

News Source- Al Jazeera