{"title":"Afghan refugees in Pakistan: forced deportations, health vulnerabilities and humanitarian responsibilities.","authors":"Bilal Irfan","doi":"10.1080/13623699.2026.2666724","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/13623699.2026.2666724","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":53657,"journal":{"name":"Medicine, Conflict and Survival","volume":" ","pages":"1-14"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-05-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147846100","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Bilal Irfan, Shayan Ali, Amir Mahdi Ghafarian, Hana Abbasian, Ali Alhasan, Muhammad Hamza Ilyas, Maryam Aftab, Arsalan Alvi, Humza Ahmed, Kavin Krishnam, Morad Omar, Karam Hadid, Sami Jalloud, Miriam Khair, Muhammad Hamza Shah
{"title":"Health perils in low-intensity armed conflict: the case of Balochistan.","authors":"Bilal Irfan, Shayan Ali, Amir Mahdi Ghafarian, Hana Abbasian, Ali Alhasan, Muhammad Hamza Ilyas, Maryam Aftab, Arsalan Alvi, Humza Ahmed, Kavin Krishnam, Morad Omar, Karam Hadid, Sami Jalloud, Miriam Khair, Muhammad Hamza Shah","doi":"10.1080/13623699.2026.2660157","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/13623699.2026.2660157","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":53657,"journal":{"name":"Medicine, Conflict and Survival","volume":" ","pages":"1-13"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-04-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147787935","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Fayaz Ahmad Paul, Abhijeet Singh, Aasim Ur Rehman Ganie, Arif Ali, Anish Kr, Rajeev Sp, V Kalyani, Deepa Rasheed, Reena Merin Cherian
{"title":"Reimagining care for wives of disappeared persons in Kashmir, India: a trauma-informed, rights-based mental health response.","authors":"Fayaz Ahmad Paul, Abhijeet Singh, Aasim Ur Rehman Ganie, Arif Ali, Anish Kr, Rajeev Sp, V Kalyani, Deepa Rasheed, Reena Merin Cherian","doi":"10.1080/13623699.2026.2657124","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/13623699.2026.2657124","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":53657,"journal":{"name":"Medicine, Conflict and Survival","volume":" ","pages":"1-7"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-04-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147787887","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Weaponization of energy: a qualitative analysis exploring the lived experiences of Polish residents in their homes.","authors":"Paul Mokrzycki","doi":"10.1080/13623699.2026.2659542","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/13623699.2026.2659542","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine operationalized the weaponization of energy, a global tool of coercion exacerbated by climate change. This exploratory study examines the impact of this tactic among residents of Wrocław, Poland, utilizing the weathering hypothesis to examine health and well-being. Drawing from a larger project, this analysis focuses on a sub-sample of nine participants who identified the Russian invasion of Ukraine as the primary driver of their stressors. Through photovoice and semi-structured interviews, the data reveal how the weaponization of energy is not just a strategy, but a biopsychosocial toxicant. The main themes revealed how the energy crisis overwhelmed participant housing systems, forced individuals into fear-based poverty, and strained community processes. Participants described stress stemming from countering extreme temperatures and weather resulting from climate change. These attacks extend beyond Ukrainian borders, directly impacting households in Poland. Relying on centralized energy leaves Polish residents vulnerable to these mechanisms. This exploration argues that transitioning to localized renewable systems is essential for energy independence, specifically weatherization. Adopting these systems cultivates ecological intelligence, equipping communities with the necessary mindset to resist foreign control, mitigate the consequences of climate change, and protect their own health and well-being.</p>","PeriodicalId":53657,"journal":{"name":"Medicine, Conflict and Survival","volume":" ","pages":"1-25"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-04-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147788440","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A systematic scoping review of Posttraumatic Growth following armed conflict-induced trauma.","authors":"Irfan Fayaz, Pulkit Khanna, Manjushree Palit, Kulpreet Kaur","doi":"10.1080/13623699.2025.2563505","DOIUrl":"10.1080/13623699.2025.2563505","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Posttraumatic growth (PTG) is a relatively new field of study that focuses on the positive psychological changes that can occur because of traumatic events. A change in mindset has taken place, moving away from solely concentrating on the damaging effects of trauma and towards examining the possibility for positive outcomes. Mostly PTG has been well-documented across different types of traumas, such as calamities and serious illnesses, but the specific mechanisms by which it occurs in the context of armed conflict are not yet fully understood. Therefore, the current scoping review findings present an overview of PTG that is associated primarily with the aftermath of armed conflict. However, there may be a lack of consensus on how to define and measure PTG, which makes it difficult to compare findings across studies. Despite these limitations, the extant research suggests that exposure to armed conflict is a risk factor for PTG and that interventions and support for individuals affected by armed conflict may be necessary to promote resilience and recovery from trauma. The present study findings have important implications for trauma-based therapy and can potentially impact mental health professionals for a better understanding of PTG.</p>","PeriodicalId":53657,"journal":{"name":"Medicine, Conflict and Survival","volume":" ","pages":"116-138"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145187457","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Rishabh Jain, Dujan Bhatti, Pennylouise Hever, Wg Cdr Ankur Pandya
{"title":"Across borders, over time: epidemiology of post-burn injury patterns and late sequelae presenting to surgical outreach camps across three geographical regions.","authors":"Rishabh Jain, Dujan Bhatti, Pennylouise Hever, Wg Cdr Ankur Pandya","doi":"10.1080/13623699.2026.2613455","DOIUrl":"10.1080/13623699.2026.2613455","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Post-burn contractures remain a major cause of long-term disability worldwide, particularly in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) where early burn care and timely reconstruction are often limited. Delayed presentation for specialist care contributes significantly to functional impairment, psychosocial morbidity, and economic burden. Burn injuries pose a significant burden in LMICs, especially when initial treatment is delayed or inadequate. This study describes burn injuries, late presentation, and contracture patterns across three regions: the Middle East, Russia, and South Asia (India and Nepal). We performed an observational study using retrospectively analysed, prospectively collected data from six international humanitarian surgical missions undertaken between 2021 and 2024. Demographics, mechanism and context of injury, anatomical involvement, estimated total body surface area (TBSA), first-aid measures, delay to presentation, and contracture distribution were recorded. Descriptive and comparative analyses explored regional differences. A total of 167 patients were included: Middle East (n=45), Russia (n=33), and South Asia (n=89). Flame burns were most common (59%), and injuries occurred predominantly at home (82%). First aid was documented in only 7% of cases. South Asia showed higher TBSA and greater prevalence of lower-limb contractures. Females were disproportionately affected, particularly in chemical burn cases. Bilateral and multiple anatomical contractures were common (35% and 43%). Marked regional variations and prolonged delays highlight opportunities for region-specific prevention, public education, and strengthening early burn care.</p>","PeriodicalId":53657,"journal":{"name":"Medicine, Conflict and Survival","volume":" ","pages":"61-76"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146203852","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Bilal Irfan, Eyad Ali, Amal Elamin, Emadeldin Hassan E Konozy, Aayesha Soni, Barock Tesfaye, Maria Leister, Roberto Daniel Sirvent
{"title":"What are the drivers in the neglect of Sudan's war and humanitarian crisis? Reframing global disengagement.","authors":"Bilal Irfan, Eyad Ali, Amal Elamin, Emadeldin Hassan E Konozy, Aayesha Soni, Barock Tesfaye, Maria Leister, Roberto Daniel Sirvent","doi":"10.1080/13623699.2025.2572942","DOIUrl":"10.1080/13623699.2025.2572942","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":53657,"journal":{"name":"Medicine, Conflict and Survival","volume":" ","pages":"176-184"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145356723","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Questioning the relevance of medical preparation for war. The Dutch example 1939-1940.","authors":"Leo van Bergen","doi":"10.1080/13623699.2025.2596005","DOIUrl":"10.1080/13623699.2025.2596005","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":53657,"journal":{"name":"Medicine, Conflict and Survival","volume":" ","pages":"247-253"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145670656","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}