Gaza children with type 1 diabetes rely on expired insulin as supplies run out | TheBriefWire
Gaza children with type 1 diabetes rely on expired insulin as supplies run out
Published 29 June 2026 · world
Families of children with type 1 diabetes in Gaza are struggling to access life-saving medication, relying on expired insulin and depleted supplies of test strips
Families of children with type 1 diabetes in Gaza are struggling to access life-saving medication, relying on expired insulin and depleted supplies of test strips.
Doctors at al-Rantisi Children's Hospital warn that expired insulin can cause dangerous spikes in blood sugar or increased acidity, potentially requiring intensive care. For many diabetic children, each injection has become a question of survival.
Al Jazeera's Moath al-Kahlout reports from Gaza City, Gaza. Find us on Check our website Check out our Instagram page Download AJE Mobile App
Published: June 29, 2026 • 8:46 PM IST · Updated: June 29, 2026 • 9:13 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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Families of children with type 1 diabetes in Gaza are struggling to access life-saving medication, relying on expired insulin and depleted supplies of test strips.
Doctors at al-Rantisi Children's Hospital warn that expired insulin can cause dangerous spikes in blood sugar or increased acidity, potentially requiring intensive care.
For many diabetic children, each injection has become a question of survival.
Al Jazeera's Moath al-Kahlout reports from Gaza City, Gaza.
Find us on Check our website Check out our Instagram page Download AJE Mobile App
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