• April 28, 2024

After the impact of Typhoon Haiyan , Philippines is experiencing the worst natural tragedy in its history, registering nearly 10 thousand deaths. Therefore, the World Health Organization (WHO) has sent help to cover the needs of 120 thousand people for a month, but what are the aftermath of a typhoon?

According to the WHO, the situation of the country for the early detection of diseases, food or environmental risks and provide supplies for 400 surgical operations in the Philippines is analyzed.

Currently Typhoon Haiyan made landfall in Vietnam, however, the impact is expected to be less than that caused in the Philippines.

Physical and mental impact, the main sequels!

The WHO warns that after the passage of a typhoon like the Philippines, the population is exposed to physical diseases due to the accumulation of water, as well as mental illnesses due to human and material losses.

Physical

1. Leptospirosis (caused by water contamination by rat droppings)
2. Dysentery (Inflammation of the intestine that causes diarrhea with blood)
3. Anger
4. Malaria
5. Respiratory tract infections

Mental

1. Anxiety
2. Depression
3. Frustration and anger
4. Lack of sleep
5. Suicidal tendencies

Therefore, it is important that the population remains alert to the arrival of any natural disaster, since strong winds, waves, rains, floods and landslides not only cause death, but also impact on the quality of life of the population. population. And you, how do you protect yourself from natural disasters?