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Anwar Mendez, MPH

posted Mar 12

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Droughts in Chile have extended the wildfire season throughout the year, with a 70% increase in burned forest area in some regions.

2015

Air-borne and respiratory illnesses

Injury and mortality from extreme weather events

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Anwar Mendez, MPH

posted Mar 12

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In Peru, 5.5 million live in flood-prone areas, risking diseases, drowning, skin infections, and zoonotic illnesses. Furthermore, an estimated 2.6 million people in Peru live in areas exposed to droughts, which can disrupt local food supply, resulting in acute malnutrition

2013

Water-borne diseases and other water-related health outcomes

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Anwar Mendez, MPH

posted Mar 12

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Tropical Storm Tomas in 2010 led to the loss of 28 lives and affected over 4,000 people in Costa Rica. The storm caused an estimated damage of 354 million USD.

2010

Central America

Injury and mortality from extreme weather events

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Anwar Mendez, MPH

posted Jan 23

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Hurricane Mitch's aftermath in Honduras: 22.1% of survivors faced psychiatric issues. Among them, 18.3% battled major depression, 11.1% suffered from PTSD. A stark reminder of natural disasters' mental health toll.

2002

Central America

Injury and mortality from extreme weather events

Mental and psychosocial health

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