Improving Oral Health in Populations Affected by Natural Disasters: The Role of International Collaboration

Ameneh Marzban

doi:10.18502/ssu.v33i5.19322

Ameneh Marzban Department of Health in Disasters and Emergencies, School of Health Management and Information Sciences, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.18502/ssu.v33i5.19322

Keywords: International Collaboration, Oral Health, Natural Disasters, Rapid Response Teams, Oral Injuries.

Abstract

Introduction: Natural disasters such as earthquakes, floods, and hurricanes have devastating effects on human societies. These events not only destroy infrastructure and physical resources, but also leave profound psychological and social impacts. A crucial yet often overlooked aspect of these disaster scenarios is the oral health of the affected individuals.