The Head of the Pediatrics Department at Al-Rantisi Hospital stated:
There is a widespread rise in anemia and vitamin deficiencies among children.
Deformities in children’s head shapes are appearing due to severe Vitamin D deficiency.
Families relying on community food kitchens are facing severe malnutrition because of the lack of essential nutrients.
People are being deprived of balanced nutrition, especially vegetables, fruits, and proteins.
All babies born since the beginning of the war are suffering from serious complications caused by malnutrition and the shortage of infant formula.
These complications include weakened heart muscles, weak immunity, respiratory and digestive infections, liver problems, delayed teething, and delayed movement development.
The future of Gaza’s newborns since October 2023 is under threat as the blockade continues.
Opportunities for treatment and recovery are very limited, and early malnutrition will have long-term effects on their health.