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Express Tribune
27-02-2025
- Health
- Express Tribune
Seven Palestinian babies die of hypothermia in Gaza amid aid restrictions and cold
Listen to article Seven Palestinian babies have died from hypothermia in Gaza since Sunday, according to local health officials, who warn that the death toll will continue to rise without an increase in humanitarian aid. The babies, mostly newborns, were victims of the harsh winter conditions in Gaza, where the ongoing blockade and destruction of infrastructure have worsened the living conditions for families, particularly those in displacement camps. Dr. Saeed Salah, the medical director at the Patient's Friends Benevolent Society Hospital in northern Gaza, described the rising number of babies suffering from hypothermia as a 'disaster,' and emphasized the urgent need for aid to prevent further deaths. In the past two weeks alone, eight babies with hypothermia have been admitted to Gaza City's medical facilities, and three of them died within hours of arrival. On Tuesday, a 69-day-old baby died from the cold, and on Wednesday, a two-month-old infant also succumbed to hypothermia. According to Dr. Munir Al-Bursh, director general of Gaza's Ministry of Health, cold waves are exacerbating the crisis, with newborns being the most vulnerable. "Cold waves are causing more victims every day, especially among newborns, due to the destruction of health facilities, medical equipment, and the lack of essential supplies,' he stated. The dire situation is compounded by a severe shortage of medical resources and shelter. Many displaced families are living in tents, struggling to survive without adequate heating, while hospitals have been destroyed or are operating at minimal capacity. With just 20 out of 35 hospitals partially functioning, the medical system in Gaza is on the brink of collapse. As the humanitarian crisis deepens, international organizations, including the UK-based Medical Aid for Palestinians, have condemned the restrictions on aid entering Gaza, blaming Israel's blockade for the preventable deaths of these infants. "Newborns should not be dying of hypothermia in Gaza. This is not a tragedy of nature but a man-made crisis,' said Fikr Shalltoot, Gaza director for the NGO. 'If adequate aid, including shelter supplies, were allowed to reach civilians and hospitals, these deaths would be entirely preventable." The ongoing Israeli's war on Gaza, now exacerbated by the harsh winter conditions, has left nearly 2 million Palestinians displaced, many of whom are seeking refuge in tents and makeshift shelters without the resources necessary to survive the cold. As temperatures continue to drop, the need for immediate humanitarian relief, including heating, medical supplies, and shelter materials, becomes more critical than ever. Israel's restrictions on aid shipments have been a major factor in the worsening conditions in Gaza. Despite claims of ceasefire agreements and promises of aid delivery, critical supplies continue to be blocked, leaving the people of Gaza to endure unnecessary suffering. This tragedy highlights the urgent need for the international community to act and ensure that aid reaches those who need it most.
LBCI
25-02-2025
- Health
- LBCI
Six newborns die from severe cold in Gaza: Medic says
At least six newborn babies have died in Gaza due to severe cold, according to Dr. Saeed Saleh, a health official at the Patient's Friends Benevolent Society Hospital (PFBS) in the enclave, in a recorded video on Tuesday. Saleh said that in the past two weeks, eight newborns were admitted with severe cold-related injuries, six of whom later died. The hospital highlighted the dire living conditions facing Palestinians, who are currently residing in tents and bombed-out homes, with no protection from the freezing temperatures currently sweeping across the Middle East. Health officials at the hospital called on mediators in the conflict between Israel and militant group Hamas to urgently provide mobile homes as temporary shelters for more than 280,000 families who are homeless after Israeli airstrikes. They also called for fuel deliveries to ensure warmth and safeguard young children from the harsh weather conditions. Reuters
Asharq Al-Awsat
25-02-2025
- Health
- Asharq Al-Awsat
Six Newborns Die from Severe Cold in Gaza, Medic Says
At least six newborn babies have died in Gaza due to severe cold, according to Dr. Saeed Saleh, a health official at the Patient's Friends Benevolent Society Hospital (PFBS) in the enclave, in a recorded video on Tuesday. Saleh said that in the past two weeks, eight newborns were admitted with severe cold-related injuries, six of whom later died, Reuters reported. The hospital highlighted the dire living conditions facing Palestinians, who are currently residing in tents and bombed-out homes, with no protection from the freezing temperatures currently sweeping across the Middle East. Health officials at the hospital called on mediators in the conflict between Israel and Hamas to urgently provide mobile homes as temporary shelters for more than 280,000 families who are homeless after Israeli airstrikes. They also called for fuel deliveries to ensure warmth and safeguard young children from the harsh weather conditions. Israel and Hamas agreed on a ceasefire in Gaza on January 19 to end nearly 16 months of conflict and allow the release of Israeli hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners. However, the truce is fragile with both sides accusing the other of violations. Last week, Hamas threatened to postpone the scheduled release of hostages after it said Israel had delayed the promised entry of mobile homes into the devastated strip. Hamas blamed the deaths of the newborns on Israel's "criminal policies," accusing Israel of obstructing humanitarian aid. Israel did not immediately comment on the reports of the newborn deaths. It has consistently denied restricting aid. International aid officials have confirmed that aid is getting into Gaza despite logistical problems, but they warn more was needed.
Yahoo
25-02-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Six newborns die from severe cold in Gaza, medic says
By Jana Choukeir and Nidal al-Mughrabi DUBAI (Reuters) - At least six newborn babies have died in Gaza due to severe cold, according to Dr. Saeed Saleh, a health official at the Patient's Friends Benevolent Society Hospital (PFBS) in the enclave, in a recorded video on Tuesday. Saleh said that in the past two weeks, eight newborns were admitted with severe cold-related injuries, six of whom later died. See for yourself — The Yodel is the go-to source for daily news, entertainment and feel-good stories. By signing up, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy. The hospital highlighted the dire living conditions facing Palestinians, who are currently residing in tents and bombed-out homes, with no protection from the freezing temperatures currently sweeping across the Middle East. Health officials at the hospital called on mediators in the conflict between Israel and militant group Hamas to urgently provide mobile homes as temporary shelters for more than 280,000 families who are homeless after Israeli airstrikes. They also called for fuel deliveries to ensure warmth and safeguard young children from the harsh weather conditions. Israel and Hamas agreed on a ceasefire in Gaza on January 19 to end nearly 16 months of conflict and allow the release of Israeli hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners. However, the truce is fragile with both sides accusing the other of violations. Last week, Hamas threatened to postpone the scheduled release of hostages after it said Israel had delayed the promised entry of mobile homes into the devastated strip. Hamas blamed the deaths of the newborns on Israel's "criminal policies," accusing Israel of obstructing humanitarian aid. Israel did not immediately comment on the reports of the newborn deaths. It has consistently denied restricting aid. International aid officials have confirmed that aid is getting into Gaza despite logistical problems, but they warn more was needed. Hamas' cross-border attack on October 7, 2023, killed about 1,200 people in southern Israel, according to Israeli tallies. Israel's retaliatory assault on Gaza has killed more than 48,000 Palestinians, according to Palestinian health officials, laid waste to much of the enclave, and displaced hundreds of thousands of people.
Reuters
25-02-2025
- Health
- Reuters
Six newborns die from severe cold in Gaza, medic says
DUBAI, Feb 25 (Reuters) - At least six newborn babies have died in Gaza due to severe cold, according to Dr. Saeed Saleh, a health official at the Patient's Friends Benevolent Society Hospital (PFBS) in the enclave, in a recorded video on Tuesday. Saleh said that in the past two weeks, eight newborns were admitted with severe cold-related injuries, six of whom later died. The hospital highlighted the dire living conditions facing Palestinians, who are currently residing in tents and bombed-out homes, with no protection from the freezing temperatures currently sweeping across the Middle East. Health officials at the hospital called on mediators in the conflict between Israel and militant group Hamas to urgently provide mobile homes as temporary shelters for more than 280,000 families who are homeless after Israeli airstrikes. They also called for fuel deliveries to ensure warmth and safeguard young children from the harsh weather conditions. Israel and Hamas agreed on a ceasefire in Gaza on January 19 to end nearly 16 months of conflict and allow the release of Israeli hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners. However, the truce is fragile with both sides accusing the other of violations. Last week, Hamas threatened to postpone the scheduled release of hostages after it said Israel had delayed the promised entry of mobile homes into the devastated strip. Hamas blamed the deaths of the newborns on Israel's "criminal policies," accusing Israel of obstructing humanitarian aid. Israel did not immediately comment on the reports of the newborn deaths. It has consistently denied restricting aid. International aid officials have confirmed that aid is getting into Gaza despite logistical problems, but they warn more was needed. Hamas' cross-border attack on October 7, 2023, killed about 1,200 people in southern Israel, according to Israeli tallies. Israel's retaliatory assault on Gaza has killed more than 48,000 Palestinians, according to Palestinian health officials, laid waste to much of the enclave, and displaced hundreds of thousands of people.
