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Desperate Dialysis Patients in Gaza Fight for Survival

4/24/2025

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In war-torn Gaza, dialysis patients like Mohamed Attiya are battling for survival amid dire treatment shortages. Confined to a wheelchair, Attiya endures limited sessions and soaring costs, while over 400 others have tragically succumbed to inadequate care. The ongoing conflict and Israel's blockade have intensified this health crisis, leaving access to clean water and electricity desperately needed.

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Story summary

In war-torn Gaza, dialysis patients like Mohamed Attiya are battling for survival amid dire treatment shortages. Confined to a wheelchair, Attiya endures limited sessions and soaring costs, while over 400 others have tragically succumbed to inadequate care. The ongoing conflict and Israel's blockade have intensified this health crisis, leaving access to clean water and electricity desperately needed.