2026 will be remembered for the ongoing war between Iran, Israel, and the USA. While war has an impact on many aspects, the effect on health and healthcare facilities is a matter of concern.
Israel has attacked Lebanon and Iran, and in particular, the healthcare units. With so many missiles attacking oil refineries and other places, smoke and pollution will be at an alarming level. Also, the water might be contaminated, leading to communicable diseases like cholera, typhoid, and dysentery. The mental health of people in war-prone areas will be affected to a great extent, as the attacks and their impact might alter emotions. Fear, depression, insomnia, and other mental disorders might occur.
Also, the mental health of pregnant women might be hampered, causing inaccessibility to hospitals. Malnutrition due to insufficient food and famine is also quite commonly seen.
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