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The welfare, health and dignity of people in Al-Hol camp continues to be of great concern.

As of 31st March, there are 217 reported death cases of whom 31 were in the past week. It is reported that the majority of the cases were trauma or malnutrition related. Within the camp. There are between 30 to 50 cases being referred to nearby hospitals daily, with 250 cases having been referred to hospitals in Hassakeh and Qamishly in the past week. Nearby hospitals, however, have limited capacity.