Attacks on healthcare: World Medical Association issues new declaration on “medical neutrality”

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The World Medical Association adopted the Declaration of Rotterdam, calling on states and armed groups to protect healthcare workers, patients, and medical facilities during conflict. It reaffirms that clinicians must provide impartial care and must not take part in military operations.

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