WHO Plans Prefabricated Hospitals for Gaza's Health Sector Recovery, Rebuilding Estimated at $10 Billion Over Five to Seven Years

Jan 20, 2025, 01:10 AM

The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced plans to deploy an unspecified number of prefabricated hospitals to aid Gaza's severely impacted health sector over the next two months. WHO representatives have estimated that the reconstruction of Gaza's health system will require at least $10 billion over the next five to seven years. WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus emphasized the complexity and challenges involved in addressing the extensive health needs and restoring the health system in Gaza. The organization has called on member states, international donors, and the private sector to collaborate in this effort. Access to Gaza has been highlighted as a critical requirement for effective aid delivery.