Growing malnutrition among Gaza's population has led to a surge in child deaths, with at least 48 people reported dead from malnutrition-related causes recently. The main emergency center for malnourished children is overwhelmed, unable to provide effective treatment due to shortages resulting from Israel's blockade. Dr. Rana Soboh noted the alarming deterioration in young patients, as children without preexisting conditions are now severely affected. The situation reflects a critical turning point in the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, as malnutrition deaths increase among both children and adults due to prolonged hunger.
"There are no words in the face of the disaster we are in. Kids are dying before the world ... There is no uglier and more horrible phase than this," said Soboh, who works with the U.S.-based aid organization Medglobal, which supports the hospital.
In the past three weeks, at least 48 people died of causes related to malnutrition, including 28 adults and 20 children, the Gaza Health Ministry said Thursday.
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