Natural Disasters
To Curb Deaths From Disasters, End Poverty - U.N. ChiefEnding extreme poverty is essential to save lives and limit damage from disasters, U.N. chief Ban Ki-Moon said, as figures revealed poorer nations bear the brunt of deaths from earthquakes, tsunamis, floods, storms and heat ...
- How To Prepare An Emergency Food Supply For Earthquake And Tsunami
The recent earthquake in Russia, followed by tsunami warnings across the Pacific, is a timely reminder of the importance of being prepared for natural disasters, especially when it comes to food security.
- Twitter Can Provide Valuable Insight Into Mental Illness Trends
An analysis of tweets can offer a quick and cost-effective solution to mental conditions after dramatic events such as natural disasters and military conflicts, says a study that was presented at 2014 Joint Statistical Meetings ...
