UNRWA, WHO, and partners launch child immunization program in Gaza

The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) said that one in five children in the Gaza Strip have not been vaccinated because of the war .

UNRWA said on a post on X, “After two years of war, reportedly 1 in 5 children in Gaza have missed essential vaccines.

“UNRWA, together with ‌UNICEF, WHO, and partners, is launching a catch-up immunization campaign to reach 44,000 children with life-saving vaccines and malnutrition screening.

“From its side, UNRWA will contribute through 24 health centres and medical points across the Gaza Strip — supporting this vital effort to restore essential care for Gaza’s children.”

Children make up 47 percent of the population in Gaza.