As it approaches a year since the current escalation of conflict in Gaza and Israel, the magnitude of suffering that it has brought with it is devastating.
Almost 2 million people have been displaced from their homes. Most have faced the loss of loved ones and of homes, livelihoods, education and peace. For the majority in Gaza, ordinary life as it was a year ago is a thing of memories. Reality is a constant story of fear and lack and the needs that accompany daily living are as pressing as ever.
For people who are facing any sort of illness, including major issues like cancer and heart disease, the war has made being unwell even more difficult to cope with. It's hard to get the most basic essentials like clean water and enough food or safe, comfortable shelter. And medicines can be even more of a challenge to get hold of. Many people have lost their means of making an income to pay for them, but even for those who can afford them, supplies are limited – sometimes non-existent.
In response, Tearfund will be working through a partner organisation called International Health Partners (IHP)* to help make sure people in Gaza can get the medical help they need.
IHP specialises in sourcing medicines and health supplies and finding ways to get them to clinics, hospitals and healthcare workers in places where there is humanitarian need, like Gaza.
