Critical Call for Malnutrition Aid in Yemen by MSF

Malnutrition is a growing crisis in Yemen, overwhelming treatment capacities. International medical charity MSF has highlighted the dire need for urgent support, noting that malnutrition admissions remain alarmingly high. The organization urges immediate action to address the escalating needs.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Geneva | Updated: 19-03-2025 17:16 IST | Created: 19-03-2025 17:16 IST
Critical Call for Malnutrition Aid in Yemen by MSF
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Malnutrition continues to escalate at an alarming rate in Yemen, according to medical charity Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF). The organization warned on Wednesday that the country's treatment facilities are overwhelmed and unable to meet the increasing demand.

MSF has issued a call for urgent international support, stating that the number of malnutrition cases is outpacing the capacity of available treatment resources. The situation requires immediate attention to prevent further deterioration.

In a statement, MSF emphasized that despite ongoing efforts, the scale of malnutrition admissions is still alarmingly high. The charity is urging swift action from the international community to bolster the response and address this critical health emergency.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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