Yemen facing highest-level health emergency, WHO says
Yemen is facing a Grade 3 health emergency, the World Health Organization's (WHO) highest crisis level.
The Middle Eastern country is struggling with outbreaks of diseases such as cholera, measles, and malaria.
According to WHO, over 200,000 suspected cholera cases were reported between March and September 2024, leading to 710 deaths.
Malnutrition is also worsening, with nearly 120,000 children expected to suffer from severe acute malnutrition by the end of the year.
As a result of this, the WHO has signed a €3.4 million agreement with Germany to provide lifesaving health and nutrition services in the country.
The funding will help improve disease response and health services and support 96 therapeutic feeding centres treating severely malnourished children in the country. Essential medicines, supplies, and skilled health workers will also be provided.
Germany has been a key partner in Yemen's health response since 2017.
According to WHO, Germany’s support has "enabled millions of Yemenis to access essential health care during the conflict."
