Public Health Voices features commentary and analysis from Irwin Redlener, M.D., on pressing issues in public health along with guest insights from colleagues committed to science, compassion, and public service.
The massive fire catastrophe in LA will be remembered as one of the most devastating disasters in modern U.S. history. Having worked on the prevention of, response to, and recovery from megadisasters for many years, I have watched how the devastation of such events impacts communities and people, especially people with important vulnerabilities like chronic illnesses, mobility challenges, and other conditions, including people who are economically fragile.
Even with the recent passage of desperately needed military funding for the embattled country, the future of Ukraine’s children remains dangerously uncertain. Growing numbers of children killed or injured, millions displaced or psychologically traumatized, and continued educational disruption reflect the generational impact of war.
CNN's Michael Holmes speaks with Dr. Irwin Redlener, Co-founder of Ukrainian Children’s Action Project about the impact of war on children in Ukraine and what's being done to support them. www.ucap.help
