Distribution of drinking water in the city of Hasakah continues
s the drinking water crisis continues in the city of Al-Hasakah, and in coordination with the communes, the Kurdish Red Crescent is making ongoing efforts to distribute drinking water to residents. This comes after the WASH team confirmed the safety and quality of the water before distribution using a chlorine level testing device, ensuring the health of those benefiting from these services.
Health risks and preventive measures at reception points
The concentration of large numbers of displaced people at key reception points increases the chances of spreading infectious diseases, such as diarrhea, scabies, smallpox, jaundice, worms, and leishmaniasis, leading to serious health risks and exacerbating suffering under these difficult conditions. Health education teams, in collaboration with the WASH team, distributed hygiene sacks and disseminated health guidelines. However, there is still an urgent need to provide hygiene tools and strengthen the sanitation system to ensure the health and safety of internally displaced persons (IDPs).
WASH team conducts initial assessments to receive IDPs
Given the importance of the water, sanitation, and hygiene sector during crises, the Kurdish Red Crescent WASH team conducted preliminary assessments of shelters for displaced people from #Aleppo and #Shahba areas. These assessments aimed to identify emergency interventions in humanitarian response within the water and sanitation sector. The measures included tests to monitor water quality, as well as identifying hygiene needs. Information and lists were also shared with partner organizations and the Office of Organisation Affairs, facilitating the rapid implementation of interventions to alleviate the suffering of internally displaced persons (IDPs).
Water distribution in the neighborhoods of Al-Hasakahthe city continues
The suffering of the people in Al-Hasakah city in securing drinking water continues due to the ongoing water cut-off from the Alouk station. In response to this crisis and to alleviate the hardship, the Kurdish Red Crescent is continuing to distribute water to the neighborhoods of the city in coordination with the local councils in each area, according to a schedule of names and the quantity allocated to each household.
the Primary Health Care Center in Al-Shadada continues to provide services
The Kurdish Red Crescent in AL- Shaddadi city continues in providing emergency services and primary health care through internal , pediatric and gynecology clinics , in addition to the ambulance department. Where each department receives about fifty patients daily, medical examinations are carried out and accordingly some cases are transferred to the laboratory for medical analysis. Hence prescribing appropriate treatment and medicines from the center’s pharmacy, which contributes to the provision of comprehensive health care.
The continuity of providing these services contributes significantly to improving public health, enhancing the quality of life and raising health awareness in the region, especially Out backs.
A new campaign to provide clean drinking water for the people of Al-Hasakah city
In light of the crises affecting the city of Al-Hasakah, the efforts of the Kurdish Red Crescent stand out as a significant example of important humanitarian work. The organization is striving to provide clean drinking water to the residents in collaboration with Medico Switzerland, in response to the current situation. These efforts come at a critical time, as the city is experiencing a severe water shortage, which negatively impacts public health and exacerbates living conditions due to the lack of water from the Alouk station. These ongoing campaigns highlight the importance of community cooperation and coordination among communes and humanitarian organizations to address urgent challenges
Primary Health Care in Abu Khashab Camp
The Kurdish Red Crescent Center in Abu Khashab camp in the western countryside of Deir Ezzor receives about 50 cases daily, where cases are registered in the reception department and transferred to specialized clinics (internal, gynecology, children). Emergency cases are also handled in the ambulance department, where diagnoses are made and appropriate treatments are prescribed. In addition to providing psychological support and counseling, targeting especially women and children, while the health education team directs advice related to seasonal diseases and public health. With ambulances on standby 24/7 in case of any health emergency in the camp.