The cascading effects of the Valencia floods: how public health faces the challenges of the disaster
The cascading effects of the Valencia floods: how public health faces the challenges of the disaster
Most disasters do not occur in isolation, often triggering new challenges before the community has been able to recover. Floods in Valencia pose risks of infections and intoxications, challenges to mental health and to the supply of drugs and food, which affect the vulnerable population the most and must be addressed in a coordinated manner. In the face of such events, the overall strengthening of a country's healthcare system is critical.
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