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HEALTHJul 9 · 21:12 UTCWDIV CLICKONDETROITRegina Garcia Cano, Associated Press

Chronic illness and diarrhea surge in quake-hit Venezuelan communities as humanitarian crisis builds

Chronic illness and diarrheal diseases are surging in Venezuela's earthquake-affected areas, with overcrowded living conditions and poor sanitation exacerbating health risks. The United Nations has launched a $300 million aid appeal for 1.3 million people in urgent need, as nongovernmental organizations and field hospitals provide critical support in La Guaira and Catia La Mar.

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