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Attacks on healthcare are no longer isolated incidents—they’re becoming the norm. From Sudan to other conflict zones, hospitals and health workers are increasingly under fire, with devastating consequences for civilians.

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Extreme weather events are accelerating malnutrition, displacement, and outbreaks across Africa, exposing deep vulnerabilities in already strained health systems.

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