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The Challenge of African Disasters

The Challenge of African Disasters PDF Author: Barbara Harrell-Bond
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ISBN: 9780788180620
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Languages : en
Pages : 161

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Aims to sensitize the reader to the issue of disasters, their multi-faceted effects on African societies, & the importance of preparedness in disaster mitigation. Emphasizes the health effects of disasters in general & also those related to particular disasters affecting Africa. Papers: disasters & the challenge for the 1990s; health aspects of disasters; communicable diseases as emergencies; floods & tropical storms; refugees & displaced people; famine -- causes & health consequences; socio-political factors in the provision of disaster relief assistance in Africa; & training & education for disaster preparedness.