From injuries to infectious diseases, what are the health risks in the aftermath of PNG’s landslide?
- Written by Meru Sheel, Associate Professor and Epidemiologist, Infectious Diseases, Immunisation and Emergencies Group, Sydney School of Public Health, University of Sydney
It’s a week since Papua New Guinea (PNG) experienced a massive landslide in the Enga province, in the country’s highlands.
More than 7,800 people have been affected by the landslide, including more than 3,300 children. This could mean they’ve been displaced from their homes or are lacking access to basic necessities.
The exact...
