JOURNAL ARTICLE

Gaza's First Polio Case in 25 Years: Is Health Infrastructure Collapse Threatening Resilience?

  • Published In: Chemotherapy (0009-3157), 2025, v. 70, n. 1. P. 9 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Branda, Francesco; Ceccarelli, Giancarlo; Giovanetti, Marta; Ciccozzi, Massimo; Scarpa, Fabio 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses Gaza's first polio case in 25 years and the threat posed by the collapse of health infrastructure in the region due to ongoing conflict. The case highlights the importance of strengthening immunization campaigns and restoring basic health services to prevent infectious disease outbreaks. The resurgence of polio in Gaza underscores the need for structural strengthening of health systems and international cooperation to ensure greater health system resilience in conflict-affected areas. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Chemotherapy (0009-3157). 2025/01, Vol. 70, Issue 1, p9
  • Document Type:Letter
  • Subject Area:Consumer Health
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0009-3157
  • DOI:10.1159/000541933
  • Accession Number:183315658
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