We, the undersigned Australian health professionals - including doctors, nurses, allied health workers, mental health clinicians, paramedics, and public health experts - are gravely concerned by the escalating humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza.

As medical professionals dedicated to preserving life and health, we cannot remain silent in the face of the ongoing blockade that is preventing vital medical supplies, food, and humanitarian assistance from reaching over two million people in desperate need. The health system in Gaza has collapsed. Hospitals are operating without adequate electricity, medication, surgical supplies, or personnel. Children are dying of malnutrition and dehydration. Entire families are surviving without clean water, shelter, or access to basic care.

We recognise the urgent efforts of humanitarian and medical organisations such as Panzma, who are working tirelessly under dangerous conditions to provide life-saving assistance. However, their ability to operate is severely hindered by restrictions on movement, access, and supply chains.

We call on the Australian Government to:

1. Immediately increase funding and logistical support to trusted humanitarian and medical organisations such as Panzama, and ensure that Australian aid reaches civilians in Gaza safely and effectively.

2. Apply sustained diplomatic pressure to lift the blockade and allow the unimpeded delivery of essential medical supplies, food, clean water, fuel, and shelter materials.

3. Advocate at the international level (including through the United Nations), for an immediate and sustained humanitarian ceasefire, and the protection of medical workers and facilities in accordance with international humanitarian law.

4. Facilitate emergency relief corridors to allow for the coordinated, large-scale distribution of humanitarian aid into Gaza, including supporting the evacuation of critically ill patients where needed.

As health professionals, we are ethically bound to speak out when human life is threatened on such a scale. Bombing hospitals, targeting medical facilities and murdering medical professionals is a war crime. We urge you to act with the urgency and compassion this crisis demands.

The time to act is now. Lives depend on it.