Tag: Earthquake

Ecuador’s Earthquake: The Mental Health Consequences of Natural Disasters

by yaleglobalhealthreview, posted in Online Features, Uncategorized

BY CARLIN SHERIDAN On April 16, 2016 a 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck Ecuador, killing 659 people and injuring over 16,600.1 As the nation begins its emergency response, the disaster sheds light on the weaknesses of its health infrastructure. Natural disasters can be characterized as a health issue because in addition to causing physical injuries, they also destroy urban, … Continue reading Ecuador’s Earthquake: The Mental Health Consequences of Natural Disasters

Two Earthquakes Bring Health Risks to Nepal

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BY HARLAND DAHL *Previously published on Yale Monsoons' Blog A 7.3 magnitude earthquake hit Nepal last Tuesday, only two weeks after a devastating 7.8 earthquake shook the country on April 25th. These earthquakes killed over 8,000 people and displaced close to 3 million others. Today, Nepal’s government and organizations are struggling to rebuild critical infrastructure … Continue reading Two Earthquakes Bring Health Risks to Nepal