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Haiti: Amérique latine et Caraïbes : quand accéder aux services de santé devient risqué
By International Committee of the Red Cross at ReliefWeb
· June 10, 2026
· 9 min read
Countries: Haiti, Colombia, Ecuador, Mexico . Les ambulances sont confrontées à des risques plus importants pour transporter les patients en toute sécurité. L’infrastructure sanitaire peut être endommagée lors des affrontements, et son fonctionnement est souvent interrompu. Les patients, quant à eux
Key takeaway Il est crucial de protéger leur bon fonctionnement pour garantir l’accès de la population aux services de santé », explique Gabriel Mayorga, conseiller régional du CICR en matière de protection et de respect des soins de santé.
Why this matters
The situation in Haiti and other Latin American and Caribbean countries highlights the critical need for protection of healthcare services in conflict zones. The frequency and severity of violent incidents against healthcare systems, as documented by the International Committee of the Red Cross, have severe consequences for affected communities. The disruption of healthcare services not only puts patients' lives at risk but also exacerbates the humanitarian crisis. The fact that countries like Colombia, Mexico, Haiti, and Ecuador are among the most affected underscores the need for concerted efforts to safeguard healthcare infrastructure and personnel. The impact of these incidents is not limited to the immediate victims, as it also erodes trust in the healthcare system and creates long-term challenges for recovery and rebuilding. As humanitarian organizations and governments respond to these crises, it is essential to prioritize the protection of healthcare services and ensure that aid reaches those who need it most.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: June 10, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
Reading time: 9 min
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What is this story about? Countries: Haiti, Colombia, Ecuador, Mexico . Les ambulances sont confrontées à des risques plus importants pour transporter les patients en toute sécurité. L’infrastructure sanitaire peut être endommagée lors des affrontements, et son fonctionnement est souvent interrompu. Les patients, quant à eux
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