Health Consequences of War: From Trauma to Chronic Diseases

Abstract

Introduction: War is among the most devastating threats to human health, and its consequences extend far beyond direct injuries and fatalities on the battlefield (1). It leads to a wide range of short- and long-term health problems that affect individuals, families, and entire communities. Major consequences include psychological trauma, chronic non communicable diseases, infectious diseases outbreaks, malnutrition, and the collapse of healthcare systems (2).