In Lebanon, most hospitals are private. Some have the latest equipment. But the political crisis in the country for more than a month threatens their operation. This is the case in Tire, in the south of the country, in the hospital where Dr. Ali al-Kouweyes works.
Here, the analysis laboratory is idling. Due to the country's shortage of dollars, it can no longer be supplied. In three weeks, the medical staff will have no choice but to stop the blood-testing machines.
The government coffers are empty and the Ministry of Health is lacking in its care of patients.
Another worry for Lebanese doctors is the drug shortage that is looming. In particular, it could prevent caregivers from treating patients with serious conditions such as cancer. Ten Lebanese hospitals have already stopped taking care of them.