malnutrition
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HealthGaza doctors warn of permanent stunting in children due to famine
Medical staff at Nasser Hospital report rising cases of impaired growth, fearing long-term cognitive and physical damage from prolonged malnutrition.
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GazaStrike destroys nutrition supplies serving 60 Gaza medical points
A warehouse in Deir al-Balah held supplements for malnourished children and pregnant women. Its entire stock was buried under rubble and is no longer fit to eat.
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HealthDoctors say malnutrition has permanently stunted famine survivors
A six-year-old in Gaza City has the bone age of a two-year-old, and a 10-month-old born to a starving mother is being treated for her heart, kidneys and lungs. Food returning has not moved either diagnosis.
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