ReliefWeb

HIGHLIGHTS

• The May escalation had a massive impact on the humanitarian health of people in Gaza and the West Bank.

• There were a total of 260 fatalities and 13,170 injured as a result of the escalation in oPt.

• The COVID-19 response was disrupted by the insecurity which is reflected in the reduced amount of diagnosis.

• Many health facilities especially in Gaza were forced to close due to insecurity or damage preventing access to essential services such as primary health care, SRH, etc.

• The mental health well-being of the populations including frontline workers in Gaza and the West Bank was significantly threatened by the conflict which added to the mental strain already experienced by the population.

• In June efforts were strengthened to increase COVID-19 vaccinations across oPt with the introduction of more vaccination points and opening up vaccination to anyone who is eligible.