By Newsbreak Producer, Tashlan Naidoo - Ten days after earthquakes destroyed several parts of Turkiye and Syria, rescue efforts are now being shifted to caring for survivors and those displaced. As the death toll surpassed 40-thousand in both countries, it is estimated that around 13.5-million people are directly affected in Turkiye alone. Now, there is a major health concern as millions are without shelter. Freezing temperatures, a lack of water and poor sanitation at the makeshift camps are exacerbating the already dire situation. Turkish journalist, Melda Dogan says this is the most mentally and emotionally testing stories she has ever covered...

<p>By Newsbreak Producer, Tashlan Naidoo - Ten days after earthquakes destroyed several parts of Turkiye and Syria, rescue efforts are now being shifted to caring for survivors and those displaced. As the death toll surpassed 40-thousand in both countries, it is estimated that around 13.5-million people are directly affected in Turkiye alone. Now, there is a major health concern as millions are without shelter. Freezing temperatures, a lack of water and poor sanitation at the makeshift camps are exacerbating the already dire situation. Turkish journalist, Melda Dogan says this is the most mentally and emotionally testing stories she has ever covered...</p>

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