WHO team visits UAE’s Gaza field hospital
Advanced medical equipment and resources were shown to the delegation
Adelegation from the World Health Organisation (WHO) recently visited the UAE field hospital in Rafah and was briefed on its efforts to bolster the health care sector in Gaza, as part of Operation Gallant Knight 3.
The delegation praised the UAE for its significant humanitarian contributions, particularly its continued provision of medical care and assistance to the injured in the Gaza Strip and the dedication of Emirati medical staff to alleviating Palestinians’ suffering.
During the visit, the hospital staff showcased the advanced medical equipment and resources deployed by the UAE. They also discussed the revival of the prosthetic limbs projects, continued support for the health sector, and strategies for sustaining UAE’s aid post-ceasefire.
The visit included a tour of the hospital’s facilities, with both parties emphasising the importance of continued coordinated efforts in evacuating and treating the injured. The discussions also focused on ensuring
They discussed developing strategies to support Gaza’s health care system, particularly paediatric cancer patients.
a continuous supply of medical aid between the hospital and WHO to address health care shortages.
They also discussed developing strategies to support Gaza’s health care system, particularly assisting paediatric cancer patients by providing essential medical supplies.
WHO continues to play a crucial role in supporting the region, and the UAE field hospital has already provided emergency aid, including approximately one tonne of medical supplies, wheelchairs, and crutches, to address the severe shortages in the health care sector.