Pakistan floods: an insight into health hazards and preventive measures
Öz
This letter is an insight into health hazards caused by the recent flooding and preventive measures in Pakistan.
Anahtar Kelimeler
Emergency Planning, Flooding, Health Hazards, Pakistan, Prevention
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Kaynakça
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