Reports

I. Background and Introduction In the current context of the Gaza emergency, challenges related to shortage of supplies and equipment, qualified and specialized human resources, high cost and low availability of transport, fragmentation and multiplication of service…

Background and Rationale Due to security risks, mobility restrictions and a shortage of transportation options, many pregnant women in Gaza struggle to reach birthing facilities. SRHR partners, health organizations, and institutions, including emergency services and community leaders,…

Background The postpartum period is a critical time for mothers and newborns, who require essential hygiene and personal items, such as menstrual pads, clothes, and diapers, to ensure their well- being and health. Although these items are…

Background and Justification In crisis, women and girls are disproportionately affected, including in the fulfillment of their basic Sexual and Reproductive health and rights (SRHR). The Minimum Initial Service Package for SRH in crisis is a coordinated set…

Summary of Humanitarian Health Needs and Response Activities Humanitarian Health Needs Trauma and emergency healthcare services, including early post-operative rehabilitation for thousands of injured. Procurement of trauma and emergency care drugs, medical disposables, laboratory supplies, medical kits, and equipment…

Executive Summary Gender disparities in the health system of the occupied Palestinian territory (oPt) are exacerbated by social norms, gender discrimination, and gender roles, especially during humanitarian and health crises, such as the COVID-19 pandemic or escalations. Although…

In Rafah, over 1.5 million displaced people face a growing health crisis which is putting a significant burden on the healthcare system. In response, the World Health Organization (WHO) which leads the Health Cluster response on…

HIGHLIGHTS • COVID-19 response activities continued in the fourth quarter focusing on supporting MoH with diagnostics, case management, IPC and vaccination. • Partners supported community engagement efforts to encourage COVID-19 vaccination and fight misinformation. • The trauma and emergency…

HIGHLIGHTS The third quarter continued to witness a decline in COVID-19 cases across oPt. Risk communication and community engagement activities on COVID-19 were intensified to increase vaccination uptake. The trauma and emergency partners focused their attention on preparedness both…

HIGHLIGHTS During the first quarter of 2021, there were close to 140,000 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 as the pandemic continued to put pressure on the fragile healthcare system. Based on the National Deployment and Vaccination Plan, COVID-19…