UN Women has released a report on the health situation in Gaza, entitled “Gaza: War on Women’s Health.” The new report provides a comprehensive analysis of the health sector crisis in Gaza and its impact on the physical and mental health of women and girls.

The report, according to a statement issued by the Authority on Sunday, which is the Authority’s fifth since October 7 of last year, reveals the increasing health risks facing women in Gaza, especially with regard to non-communicable diseases among the elderly, cancer, infectious diseases, and the health and nutrition of pregnant and lactating mothers, in light of the disruption of medical services and the inability to access medicines.

The Commission warned of the invisible damage of the war on Gaza, indicating that after more than 11 months of war, the health care system there has almost collapsed, as 84% of health facilities have been destroyed, while those still in service lack medicines, ambulances, basic life-saving treatment, electricity and water.

She added that estimates indicate that more than 177,000 women face life-threatening health risks, in addition to 162,000 women suffering from non-communicable diseases or at risk of developing diseases including diabetes, cancer, cardiovascular diseases or high blood pressure, as 15,000 pregnant women stand on the brink of famine.

“Many women in Gaza are at risk of death from medical complications after months of no medication, limited access to doctors and no treatment for serious illnesses such as diabetes or cancer, and it is imperative that we act quickly to save their lives,” said Moez Doraid, Acting Regional Director for Arab States of UN Women.

He pointed out that an immediate and sustainable ceasefire, the provision of safe and unhindered humanitarian assistance, and access to medicines and health services throughout Gaza are essential to prevent further deterioration.