Disaster Medicine in Gaza: Field Lessons from Hareen De Silva
Description
In this episode of the World Extreme Medicine podcast, Eoin Walker speaks with humanitarian health leader Hareen De Silva about his recent deployments in Gaza, Syria, and beyond.
From mass casualty incidents and waterborne disease outbreaks to the psychological toll on healthcare workers, Hareen shares vital insights into what it takes to deliver medical care in conflict zones.
We explore:
The worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza
Lessons from Syria and Ukraine
Mental health challenges for aid workers
The complexities of coordinating care under fire
What needs to change in humanitarian operations
This conversation offers a powerful look at the realities on the ground.
🧠Learn more about Hareen's work by clicking here.
Please note that this session was recorded in October 2024.
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