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Gaza Hospitals Decimated: Only 2 CT Scanners Remain
25 Aug
Summary
- Ninety-five percent of Gaza's hospitals are destroyed or damaged.
- Medical equipment is critically scarce, with no MRI machines left.
- Approximately 20,000 patients await evacuation for critical care.
Hospitals across the Palestinian enclave of Gaza have been largely destroyed or severely damaged, with 95% of facilities rendered inoperable. This critical situation has led to an extreme shortage of essential medical supplies and equipment.
Currently, there are no MRI machines available in Gaza, and only two CT scanners remain functional. This severe deficit impacts diagnostic capabilities significantly.
The lack of adequate medical facilities means approximately 20,000 patients are on a list awaiting evacuation to receive necessary medical treatment. The situation is ongoing as of August 25, 2026.
Individuals like Tamam Abou Teilakh are severely impacted, described as a shadow of their former selves due to the collapse of healthcare services. The destruction of infrastructure has profound personal consequences.
