Infectious Diseases in Gaza: Risks, Challenges, and Outbreaks

This chapter discusses the risks and challenges of infectious diseases in Gaza, with a focus on limited medical supplies, access to healthcare, and the impact of ongoing conflict. It explores the sources of infectious diseases and emphasizes the vulnerability of displaced populations in high-stress environments. The chapter also highlights the dire living conditions, lack of infrastructure, and the rise in cases of diarrhea and other illnesses among vulnerable populations.