Ministry of Health in Sana'a: Airport closure crisis threatens the lives of thousands of patients
The Ministry of Health in Sana'a has announced serious humanitarian repercussions resulting from the continued closure of the airport, which has led to a deterioration of health conditions for citizens in the country. Official reports confirm that this closure has deprived a large number of patients of receiving necessary medical care abroad.
According to data issued by the ministry, approximately 200,000 patients have been affected due to their inability to travel for essential treatment. This crisis is considered one of the greatest challenges facing the health sector under current circumstances, as local hospitals lack some of the advanced medical capabilities required for their conditions.
The ministry also pointed to alarming figures regarding cancer patients, announcing the death of 28,000 cancer patients due to the lack of appropriate treatment for them. These numbers are an indicator of the scale of human suffering experienced by patients waiting for an opportunity to travel to receive chemotherapy or specialized surgeries.
This news comes at a time when international and local demands are increasing for the necessity of opening humanitarian corridors and facilitating air traffic to alleviate the suffering of civilians. The issue of stranded patients remains a humanitarian priority that requires urgent solutions to ensure their right to receive treatment and life.