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- Many children in Gaza now need long-term medical care.
- They lost arms or legs during the recent war.
- They need artificial legs, regular check-ups and adjustments.
- Local clinics do not have enough materials for repairs.
- There are very few trained specialists in Gaza.
- Long waits stop many children getting new prostheses.
- Some children cannot wear the leg because of pain.
- They use crutches or a wheelchair for now.
- Families ask for more medical help and supplies.
Difficult words
- prosthesis — An artificial body part to replace a lost limbprostheses
- specialist — A doctor or worker with extra skill or trainingspecialists
- clinic — A small medical place where patients see doctorsclinics
- adjustment — A small change to make something fit or workadjustments
- material — Things used to make or repair objectsmaterials
- crutch — A wooden or metal stick that helps walkingcrutches
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Discussion questions
- Have you ever used crutches or a wheelchair?
- Do children in your town get regular medical check-ups?
- Would you help a family that needs medical supplies?
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