War: from humanitarian relief to prevention
War: from humanitarian relief to prevention
This chapter examines the impact of war on health. It begins by considering the health impact and response to specific types of weapons, and the role of the arms trade. It then discusses the broader political changes need for a war-free — that is, stable — global society.
Keywords: health services, public health, health impact, nuclear weapons, chemical and biological warfare, disarmament
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