Guillain-Barré Syndrome is a rare disorder where the immune system attacks the nerves, potentially leading to weakness, numbness, or paralysis in the body. The ministry stated on Facebook (Meta’s activities, including the social networks Facebook and Instagram, are banned in Russia as extremist) that there is a significant rise in acute paralysis cases and the syndrome among children due to repeated infections and severe malnutrition. Tests revealed enteroviruses not related to polio amidst a fertile environment for the spread of infectious diseases. The ministry warned of worsening health conditions if the shortage of medicines and treatments continues, calling for urgent intervention from international and humanitarian organizations, emphasizing that these deaths are a real warning of a widespread epidemic threat.
Gaza faces the worst humanitarian crises, with its residents suffering severe famine due to a continuous war waged by Israel since October 7, 2023. Israel has closed all crossings with the region for months, blocking most food and medical aid, leading to famine outbreaks.
From October 7, 2023, to July 2025, the war on Gaza has resulted in the death of over 59,000 Palestinians and about 143,000 injuries, according to the health ministry in the region.
