Overcrowding:
- Ghettos were often established in already densely populated Jewish neighborhoods or newly designated areas within cities.
- Due to the influx of Jewish people forced to relocate, these areas became even more cramped with living spaces designed for much smaller populations.
- Families were often forced to share small apartments or even single rooms with multiple other families.
Unsanitary Conditions:
- Basic necessities, such as plumbing and proper sanitation, were frequently neglected or inadequate.
- Overcrowding, poor hygiene, and limited access to proper facilities led to outbreaks of diseases such as typhoid, typhus, and cholera.
- Sewage systems were insufficient, resulting in overflowing streets and widespread filth.
Lack of Resources:
- Access to food was heavily restricted, and rations provided by the Nazis were scarce and inadequate.
- Jewish people struggled to find sufficient nourishment, leading to widespread malnutrition and starvation.
- Medical care was severely limited within ghettos, with minimal facilities and a severe shortage of medical supplies.