At least 20,000 Palestinians have been killed and more than 52,286 injured. This number is expected to increase rapidly as airstrikes continue. Nearly 50% of deaths are children.

In the Gaza Strip, the strikes are thought to have destroyed tens of thousands of homes, and 4 in 5 people have had to flee their homes. As many are forced to seek shelter in dozens of schools and hospitals, they urgently need food and other basic survival items.

There are also serious health concerns due to poor sanitation and overcrowding. Outbreaks of Hepatitis A have been reported, which is highly contagious and is just one of the growing risks of diseases that civilians in Gaza are exposed to.

To make matters worse, the healthcare system is on the brink of collapse, due to widespread destruction and damage of hospitals. Medical facilities which are in operation are extremely inadequate and overcrowded- with reports of centres holding three times as many patients as their capacities.

As conditions rapidly deteriorate, Islamic Relief remains steadfast in our determination to assist Palestinian families.

We are working closely with our local partners, distributing essential items, such as medical items, fresh vegetable packs, hygiene kits and more to affected families. We are also providing psychosocial support to the children of Gaza.

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