Scientists have found the hidden health costs of severe flooding

While the devastating impact of floods often dominates headlines with tallies of economic losses, fatalities, and outbreaks of waterborne illnesses, a new study from Yale University reveals a hidden toll: the exacerbation of non-communicable diseases.

This research highlights that floods don't just pose immediate threats like drowning or contaminated water. They can also trigger a cascade of long-term health consequences, including an increased risk of death from heart disease, lung disease, and even severe mental health disorders.

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