The Ministry of Health in Gaza reported that the number of out-of-stock items from the essential medicines list has reached 321, representing a 52% shortage.
The ministry added that the number of out-of-stock items from the medical consumables list has reached 710, with a 71% shortage, while the shortage in laboratory tests and blood bank supplies reached 59%.

It was noted that the shortage in kidney services has deprived 650 dialysis patients, who need 7,823 sessions monthly. The shortage in oncology medications reached 70%, depriving 1,000 patients from receiving treatment. Additionally, 62% of primary care medicines are unavailable, and the available supplies do not meet the real needs of the 288,208 patients.

Cardiac catheterization and open-heart surgery services have completely stopped, with 100% of the required medicines and medical consumables unavailable.

The Ministry of Health issued an urgent appeal to all relevant authorities to fully intervene and ensure the delivery of medical supplies and essential components for providing care.