1Cademy - Disasters and At Risk Populations

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Disasters and At Risk Populations

Demographic factors greatly influence who is at risk of natural disasters, how they prepare, and the type of aid response received
Many physical injuries and fatalities happen to those who make less money, are chronically ill, are elderly, or do not speak the main language(s) of the country they are in
The main influence on natural disaster effect is poverty, and better health and education help decrease risk
Individuals with disabilities, who tend to have lower socioeconomic status, are more likely to live in housing that is vulnerable should a disaster occur

Updated 2022-10-08

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