A thematic brief describing the status of rehabilitation and assistive technology access in Gaza.
Estimating Trauma Rehabilitation Needs in Gaza September 2025 Update
This technical note is an update to the 2024 Gaza injury estimate published by the World Health Organization one year ago. It was developed using the same methodology while drawing on additional data sources to triangulate findings. The report has been expanded to describe the status of rehabilitation services in Gaza, and the challenges in meeting the needs of those injured
Details
Publisher Name:
World Health Organization (WHO)
Publisher Website:
https://www.who.int/
Publication Year:
2024
Languages:
English
Country or Region:
Palestine
Categories:
Guide, Report, Evidence and data
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