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).
Our medical teams continue to provide healthcare to displaced people
Since the early morning hours, our medical teams have continued to provide medical services to tens of thousands of displaced people from the areas of Tal Rifaat, al-Shahba and the countryside of Aleppo, who are present in the gathering places in the cities of Raqqa and Tabqa. The efforts of these teams reflect our steadfast commitment to meeting the needs of these displaced people and providing them with the necessary health care in light of the difficult circumstances they are living in.
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).
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Significant challenges facing us due to the increasing number of displaced people
Kurdish Red Crescent teams are continuing their efforts to set up temporary tents to accommodate displaced people at reception points in Raqqa city. However, these efforts are facing significant challenges due to the increasing number of displaced individuals and the high level of need, making them insufficient to meet the demands of all.
The humanitarian crisis in Aleppo and AlShahba: an appeal for solidarity and assistance
The city of #Aleppo, its countryside, and the Al-Shahba area are experiencing a severe humanitarian crisis, worsened by recent military events in these regions. This has resulted in the mass displacement of thousands of families, including many children, women, and the elderly, who are enduring harsh conditions of homelessness and bitter cold for days.
For our part, in addition to our readiness to provide necessary healthcare during their displacement and until they reach safe areas under the Autonomous Administration, we are committed to offering assistance to the best of our abilities. We urge our people at home and in the diaspora to extend a helping hand as much as possible, as solidarity in times of crisis reflects our humanity and strengthens the values of cooperation and brotherhood among us.
We hope for peace for all our people throughout Syria.
Faisal’s treatment journey
Faisal, who is 19 years old, has been receiving medical care at the Kurdish Red Crescent Hospital for Oncology, Thalassemia, and Burns for nearly a year. After going through this experience, Faisal wanted us to join him on a full day of his treatment journey, aiming to give us a glimpse into a part of his daily life. This step is not only to highlight the challenges he faces but also to encourage families about the importance of early attention and immediate intervention, which are essential elements in improving the health and lives of children with thalassemia. Faisal’s sharing of his experience serves as an urgent call for awareness about the importance of healthcare and providing necessary support for these children and their families. It is worth mentioning that the hospital welcomes blood donors on Mondays and Thursdays.
With the arrival of winter and increasing the seasonal diseases such as colds and respiratory diseases.
With the arrival of winter and increasing the seasonal diseases such as colds and respiratory diseases.
The Kurdish Red Crescent centers in the displacment camps in Northern and Eastern Syria continue to provide their medical services and intensify health education topics related to seasonal and infectious diseases, in addition to providing emergency services and medicines to beneficiaries.
These efforts help alleviate the suffering of many and largely prevent diseases and provide the necessary health care in a timely manner.
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.
