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Health crisis in Taiz: child mortality and immunization halt
Taiz faces a severe health crisis with a 450% rise in child mortality and halted immunizations due to a Houthi blockade.
Running story — the local press covered it again on 7 November 2026.
The story so far as of 7 November 2026
On November 5, 2026, the emergency committee in Taiz reported a 450% increase in child mortality and a 53% decline in hospital visits due to a blockade. The situation worsened on November 7, 2026, when it was revealed that the Houthi blockade prevented immunization for approximately 347,000 children against measles and rubella, raising concerns about disease outbreaks.
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- Safety & health
Houthi Blockade Halts Child Immunization in Taiz
Impact Healthcare providers in Taiz face critical challenges as the blockade halts child immunization, risking disease outbreaks.
Sources: Yemen Monitor ↗
- Safety & health
Taiz Health Crisis: Child Mortality Rises 450%
Impact Healthcare providers in Taiz face critical shortages, impacting their ability to deliver services and increasing child mortality rates.
Sources: Yemen Monitor ↗
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