Israel-Gaza conflict

摘要

The consequences of conflict on health and provision of health-care services have been documented.1 War and political violence are fundamental public health problems, therefore their prevention should be a central task of health professionals.2 Accordingly, health researchers and providers should, wherever and however possible, aid to alleviate the immediate consequences of political violence and advocate for the prevention of further violence and repression. Because of this mandate, the present situation in Gaza is distressing. As of Aug 1,11 (of 32) hospitals and 14 clinics have been damaged by the Israeli attacks in Gaza, according to WHO situation report.3 Ten hospitals and 34 (of 75) clinics have closed. 1418 Palestinians have been killed, including 324 children, 166 women (aged 18-60 years), and 60 elderly people. According to Israel's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, two Israeli civilians and one Thai civilian have been killed, 83 civilians have been wounded, and 64 Israeli Defense Force soldiers and officers have been killed.