Floods leave a silent health crisis long after the waters recede, experts warn

They warn that floods leave behind contaminated water, disrupted healthcare, worsening chronic illnesses, damaged livelihoods and hidden mental health challenges that continue to affect survivors long after the immediate disaster has passed."The panel concluded that Ghana's flood response must evolve beyond emergency rescue operations to include stronger disease surveillance, improved public health preparedness, mental health services and uninterrupted access to healthcare for vulnerable populations."Speaking during the discussion, Public Health Researcher at Ensign Global University, Judith Williams, said the health impacts of flooding extend far beyond the physical destruction caused by rising waters."