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UAE mourns death of 49-year-old cancer patient from Gaza

Wednesday, 3 January 2024 08:37

By ARN News Staff

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The UAE's Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) has announced the death of a 49-year-old cancer patient who was recently flown in from the Gaza Strip.

The patient was suffering from an advanced stage of breast cancer and upon her arrival was immediately transferred to a specialised healthcare facility.

In a statement, the MoHAP said the 49-year-old faced several health complications and upon transfer, her health deteriorated despite the best efforts of the medical staff.

The ministry extended its condolences to the grieving family, and reaffirmed its commitment to providing top-tier healthcare services to all patients.

The Ministry of Health and Prevention mourns the loss of a cancer patient who arrived in the country from the Gaza Strip, suffering from an advanced stage of cancer. The ministry extends its deepest condolences to the family. pic.twitter.com/HMFDHPq7Tc
— وزارة الصحة ووقاية المجتمع - MOHAP UAE (@mohapuae) January 2, 2024

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