Sana'a: The National Committee for Women, in collaboration with the Women's Department of the General Authority for Environment and Climate Change, convened a workshop today to discuss mechanisms for studying the causes of fetal deformities in Yemen amidst ongoing aggression, under the theme "Causes and Remedies." During the workshop's opening session, Dr. Ghada Abu Talib, head of the National Committee for Women, emphasized the crucial role women play in confronting the current challenges posed by aggression and siege, urging women in state institutions to take up their roles and responsibilities during these trying times.
According to Yemen News Agency, Fatima Al-Ghooli, Director General of Women at the Environment and Climate Change Authority, highlighted the importance of focusing on women's health, ensuring water and food safety, and addressing the impact of the 12-year-long aggression and siege on the Yemeni population. She noted that the use of various types of weapons, including those banned internationally, has devastated cities, villages, and neighborhoods, causing significant suffering for Yemenis.
Al-Ghooli underscored the necessity of the National Committee for Women's role in supporting awareness programs to maintain public health. She stressed the importance of obtaining data on congenital deformities and providing treatment to girls in areas affected by toxic substances from the use of internationally banned weapons.
Amatal-Salam Hudaish delivered an intervention on developing a mechanism to study the causes of fetal deformities in Yemen during warfare, emphasizing the environmental factors contributing to these deformities. She identified toxic substances such as depleted uranium, lead, and polluted water as significant causes.
Workshop participants highlighted the need for psychological support for mothers whose fetuses are affected by congenital deformities. The session included discussions on future plans and showcased images of rare genetic and congenital deformities observed in hospitals in Sana'a.
