One of the last operable hospitals in northern Gaza, Al Awda Hospital, is grappling with severe medical shortages amidst escalating conflict. On Friday, Israeli warplanes intensified their strikes on the Gaza Strip following the collapse of negotiations to extend a week-old truce with Palestinian militant group Hamas. These airstrikes have resulted in wounded and killed civilians, forcing hundreds to flee their homes.
In an exclusive interview, Dr. Mohamed Obaid highlighted the overwhelming pressure on Al Awda Hospital as patients continue to pour in from areas where other hospitals are no longer functioning. \"Our most important hurdle is the lack of medical staff, and there's also a severe lack of oxygen for operations,\" Dr. Obaid stated.
The dire situation at Al Awda underscores the urgent need for humanitarian assistance to support the remaining healthcare facilities in Gaza. Without adequate medical resources and personnel, the hospital struggles to provide essential care to the growing number of affected civilians.
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One of the last standing hospitals in Gaza faces medical shortage
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