The minister appreciated the efforts made by the staff of the Dixmod floating hospital and the medical and treatment services it provides to the injured and wounded in Gaza. During the meeting, the minister reviewed the medical and therapeutic services provided to the wounded in Gaza in Egyptian hospitals. He also explained that 37 hospitals have been allocated to receive cases from Gaza, and complex cases are transferred to specialized hospitals. Abdel Ghaffar added that it was agreed that the Dixmod floating hospital would remain and continue to provide treatment services until the end of January. The proposal of establishing a field hospital near the Rafah crossing and Al-Arish General Hospital was also discussed to receive patients who had not previously received treatment in the Gaza Strip.

Source: Daily News Egypt January 03, 2024 12:33 UTC