Somalia faces a deepening health crisis. Doctors Without Borders (MSF) warned Tuesday of a sharp rise in malnutrition cases and preventable diseases. MSF teams are witnessing increasing numbers of children arriving at overcrowded camps. These children suffer from severe acute malnutrition, measles, diphtheria, and acute watery diarrhea.
The surge is driven by consecutive failed rainy seasons, soaring water prices, and cuts to humanitarian aid. MSF teams are seeing children arrive in critical condition. They often travel long distances to reach hospitals.
The crisis is overwhelming existing resources. Overcrowded camps are struggling to provide adequate care. The lack of clean water exacerbates the spread of disease.
Somalia has been grappling with a prolonged drought. This drought has decimated crops and livestock. Humanitarian aid is crucial to address the escalating needs.
MSF calls for increased humanitarian assistance. They urge immediate action to prevent further deterioration of the health situation. The international community must respond to avert a larger catastrophe.
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