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March 23, 2026Journal of Health Politics Policy and Law0 citationsOpen Access

How War Kills: The Overlooked Threats to Our Health

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SRSimon RushtonSchool of International Relations

Key Points

  • The research examines the lesser-known health risks arising from war and conflict.
  • Analysis of data from the United Nations on civilian deaths due to conflict.
  • Examination of health risks associated with direct injuries and attacks on health facilities.
  • A 40% increase in civilian deaths in conflict areas in 2024.
  • Close to 50,000 civilian deaths reported due to war-related circumstances.

Abstract

Recent years have given us ample reminders, if we needed them, that war is disastrous for health.The United Nations found that there was a 40% increase in the number of civilian deaths in conflict in 2024, totalling almost 50,000 people (Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights 2025).On top of the direct deaths and injuries we have seen in Syria, Ukraine, Gaza, and too many other places besides, attacks on health facilities have made both

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synapsesocial.com/papers/69c0ddb8fddb9876e79c1135https://doi.org/10.1215/03616878-12513844
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