Humanitarian Medicine

Humanitarian medicine is a field focused on providing medical care in areas affected by crises such as war, natural disasters, or poverty. It aims to improve health, reduce suffering, and uphold human dignity in challenging environments, often with limited resources. Practitioners work in diverse settings, from refugee camps to disaster zones, adapting treatments to local conditions. The goal is to address urgent health needs while also promoting long-term recovery and resilience within vulnerable populations. It combines clinical skills with an understanding of social, political, and economic factors influencing health outcomes.