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Dr Amir Khan Urges Focus on Women's Health in Conflict Zones

The post drew wide online support following rapid pickup by UK outlets.

Overview

  • He shared an emotional video on social media, captioned "something I think about every day," saying he "can't stay silent" about the issue.
  • He cited Gaza, Sudan and the Congo as examples where women face severe health challenges during wars and displacement.
  • He described immediate hardships such as periods without sanitary pads, lack of privacy and clean water, and heightened risk of infection and indignity.
  • He highlighted how chronic conditions like endometriosis, fibroids and adenomyosis intensify pain and exhaustion for women seeking safety.
  • Followers praised the message and national publications amplified it, with no reported policy actions or institutional responses linked to the appeal.