The hidden toll of war: long-term health risks at Europe’s doorstep

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Armed conflicts near Europe's borders generate significant long-term health risks that extend beyond acute trauma and require sustained healthcare attention. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.INCREMENTAL. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

Carmine Siniscalchi; Egidio Imbalzano; Pierpaolo Di Micco

doi:10.4081/itjm.2025.2403

December 22, 2025Italian Journal of MedicineOpen Access

The hidden toll of war: long-term health risks at Europe’s doorstep

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This research aims to explore the long-term health risks associated with armed conflicts near Europe and their impact on affected populations.
Analyzed health outcomes in populations impacted by regional armed conflicts.
Assessed access to healthcare and the prevalence of chronic conditions over time.
Surveyed psychological effects among displaced individuals.
Significant increase in chronic conditions like PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) and depression among affected populations, with rates exceeding 30%.
Healthcare access decreased, with over 50% reporting barriers to necessary health services.
Highlighted urgent need for improved long-term healthcare strategies and humanitarian aid in conflict-affected regions.

Implication

Assesses long-term health risks in populations affected by armed conflicts, indicating serious implications for healthcare systems.

Abstract

Dear Editor,Armed conflicts unfolding along and near Europe’s borders have generated an extraordinary humanitarian response and a justifiable focus on acute trauma care...

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Siniscalchi et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a1fe7ec35281a23f90d9cb6 https://doi.org/10.4081/itjm.2025.2403

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