Over 200,000 Medical Supplies Delivered to Strengthen Healthcare Facilities in Syria

As part of ongoing efforts to support the health sector in Syria and enhance the quality of medical services provided to patients, and in direct coordination with the Syrian Ministry of Health, a major shipment of medical supplies exceeding 200,000 essential items—has been delivered. A significant portion of these supplies was allocated to meet the needs of dialysis units and blood banks, with the aim of boosting the capacity of dozens of health centers and hospitals across various Syrian governorates.

The shipment included essential medicines and solutions required for dialysis sessions, such as erythropoiesis‑stimulating agents, sodium bicarbonate solutions, disinfectant solutions, and central venous catheters, all of which are critical to ensuring patient safety and maintaining continuity of care in line with standard medical protocols.

Additionally, blood banks were supported with vital supplies, including single‑ and quadruple‑blood bags, laboratory reagents for infectious disease screening, syringes, and blood collection tubes. The delivery also included specialized equipment such as platelet agitators and plasma freezers, enhancing the readiness of blood banks and ensuring the safety and quality of stored blood units.

These supplies were distributed to more than 40 centers and hospitals in several regions, including dialysis centers in Azaz, Afrin, Al‑Bab, Manbij, and Aleppo, as well as major hospitals and central blood banks in Damascus, Homs, and Latakia.

Commenting on the intervention, Hassan Shaheen, Health Projects Coordinator, emphasized that this support reflects a long‑standing commitment to strengthening healthcare facilities and enhancing their ability to provide life‑saving medical services. He noted that these efforts carry added significance given the ongoing challenges facing the health sector. Shaheen stated:

“Through these interventions, we aim to ensure the continuity of essential medical services and improve the quality of care provided to patients, in a way that preserves their lives and dignity.”

This intervention represents a continued effort to address critical shortages in medical supplies and reinforce the capacity of healthcare facilities to meet growing needs, ensuring uninterrupted access to care across different regions.