Terrorism’s impact on low and middle-income countries’ healthcare services: A perspective
Date
2024
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Publisher
Journal of Public Health Research
Abstract
Terrorism has emerged as an increasingly pressing global issue, giving rise to escalating casualties and devastating
implications for peace and security. The low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), already grappling with inadequate
healthcare services and an estimated annual mortality toll ranging from 5.7 to 8.4 million, face further setbacks as
terrorism exacerbates their prevailing healthcare deficiencies. Among the aspects of how terrorism affects healthcare
in LMICs are high morbidity, mortality, and treatment wait times. The four principal areas of reverberation encompass
amplified vulnerabilities in healthcare systems, financial shortfalls in LMIC healthcare systems, and worsened personnel
shortages in healthcare, and the devastating impact on healthcare facilities. In response to these challenges, international
organizations and countries have played a pivotal role in mitigating the impact of terrorism on healthcare systems.
Additionally, to improve healthcare in these regions, invest in infrastructure, support healthcare workers, and
ensuring safety is paramount. Implementing mobile health interventions, traditional medicine, and mobile laboratories
may enhance healthcare accessibility. Further, employing blockchain technology for data security and supply chain
management may strengthen healthcare systems in these areas
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Research Article
Keywords
Terrorism, low and middle-income countries, financial shortages