Still No Well-Baby Clinics in East Jerusalem Beyond the Separation Barrier
Tens of thousands of Israeli residents live in the neighborhoods of northeastern Jerusalem located beyond the separation barrier. While the distribution of well-baby clinics throughout the rest of the city ensures easy and convenient access, these neighborhoods do not include a single well-baby clinic operated by the Jerusalem Municipality and supervised by the Ministry of Health. The petition argued that well-baby clinic services are essential to the health, development, and well-being of infants, toddlers, children, and mothers, and that the rationale underlying the establishment of these clinics is to provide an available and accessible service within the community, close to residents’ homes.
This entry is original published by The Association for Civil Rights in Israel.
