Posted: Wednesday, May 14, 2025. 1:40 pm CST.
By Zoila Palma: The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that soaring malnutrition in Gaza could cause permanent damage to an entire generation, as emergency treatments run dangerously low, Reuters report.
WHO representative Rik Peeperkorn said over 20% of children in northern Gaza suffer from acute malnutrition, with some appearing years younger than their age.
He warned of long-term effects such as stunted growth and cognitive impairment.
Gaza has faced a near-total blockade since March, as Israel resumed its military campaign against Hamas. A global hunger monitor recently reported that 500,000 Gazans face starvation.
Israel says it is working on a new aid plan to bypass Hamas, but the WHO has called current efforts “grossly inadequate.”
WHO can currently treat only 500 children—far below what is needed. At least 55 children have already died from malnutrition-related causes, according to Gaza health officials.
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Posted: Wednesday, May 14, 2025. 1:40 pm CST. By Zoila Palma: The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that soaring malnutrition in Gaza could cause permanent
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