PAHO warns Venezuela earthquake health emergency has entered critical phase
The Pan American Health Organization warned that the health emergency stemming from earthquakes that struck north-central Venezuela on June 24 has entered a critical stage and is "far from over." As of July 8, the quakes had left 3,811 people dead and 16,740 injured, according to the official toll.
The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) said the health emergency stemming from earthquakes that struck north-central Venezuela on June 24 has entered a critical stage, warning that the situation remains "far from over."
According to the official toll cited by the organization, the quakes had left 3,811 people dead and 16,740 injured as of July 8. PAHO officials said the immediate priority is preventing disease outbreaks among the displaced population sheltering in temporary sites.
Health teams are working to expand access to clean water and basic medical care at damaged hospitals and temporary shelters across the affected region. Regional authorities have requested additional support from international aid organizations and warned that the crisis response could continue for weeks.
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