Oct 1, 2019 · The health impacts of tropical cyclones depend on the number of people living in low-lying coastal areas in the storm’s direct path, the built environment including building design, and whether …

Oct 16, 2024 · Tropical cyclones have a profound impact on health in the Pacific island countries and areas (PICs), causing both immediate and long-term health challenges. Tropical cyclones of any size …

The most powerful cyclone ever recorded in the Southern Hemisphere ravaged Fiji on 20–21 February 2016, leaving 44 dead, nearly 130 injured and 45 hospitalized. The cyclone had a significant impact …

Jan 12, 2025 · Recent tropical storms, typhoons and cyclones damaged health facilities and destroyed medical supplies and vaccines. To address these challenges, WHO partnered with local authorities …

Tropical cyclone Gita In early February 2018, Tropical Cyclone Gita, a Category 4 storm with winds of more than 275 kilometres per hour, ravaged the Pacific. As the country most affected by the cyclone, …

Jan 30, 2024 · Floods are often caused by heavy rainfall, rapid snowmelt or a storm surge from a tropical cyclone or tsunami in coastal areas. Floods can cause widespread devastation, resulting in …

Mar 19, 2015 · It has been five days since Cyclone Pam unleashed her devastation on the south Pacific island nation of Vanuatu. While life is returning to normal in the capital, Port Vila, the true impact on …

Nov 28, 2024 · Drugs for non-communicable diseases (NCDs) emerged as one of the most critical needs, since people living with NCDs need uninterrupted access to NCD medications over the life …

Apr 29, 2020 · Overview The WHO health advisory provides guidance to countries on adapting all existing preparedness and response plans and procedures for natural hazards such as cyclones, …

Dec 6, 2013 · Typhoon Haiyan, known as Typhoon Yolanda, devasted portions of South Est Asia, particularly the Philippines in early November 2013. This feature shows how WHO match the health …