The Russian attacks on Ukraine are having a devastating impact on civilians. But the health consequences extend far beyond the effects of bombing and shelling.
When Russia invaded Ukraine on February 24, COVID cases in the country had been declining from their early February Omicron peak of more than 37,000 per day. But since the war began, COVID testing has decreased, and the number of new cases Ukraine’s health authorities are reporting is likely an undercount.
In recent days Russia has intensified its attacks on civilians and civilian infrastructure, including hospitals. According to the WHO’s Surveillance System for Attacks on Health Care, there were 73 attacks on Ukrainian health care facilities between February 24 and March 28. Beyond COVID, the war could increase the risk of other infectious diseases, such as tuberculosis , measles and polio.
Apart from calling for an end to the war, Ditiu recommends several other measures to address the crisis. Countries that are receiving refugees need support, including medical care and staff. And humanitarian corridors must be created to allow health care workers and medical supplies to reach Ukrainians in hard-hit parts of the country.
The tragic effects of war go beyond the battlefield.
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I've had enough. Civilized world must intervene (NATO, US, and any others who want to help). STOP Putin.
400k killed in Yemen by Saudi forces with US weapons, 70percent of them children. Millions displaced and starving to death due to blockade. Can you report on this crisis?
Putin doesn't give a shit about any of that! He only wants to cause a wasteland.
Where were you and your analysis when war was happening in Syria, Iraq, Afghanistan, Yemen etc