Hacettepe University

The three main components of the welfare state architecture are: (i) a comprehensive social insurance system, (ii) social services targeting individuals and families in vulnerable conditions, and (iii) an accessible and diverse social assistance system for those in need. In societies where these components are effectively and balanced structure, both the social welfare level and…

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Disasters and Public Health Disasters caused by a natural phenomenon or human activity have been increasing across the world every passing year. According to the World Disasters Report, the most substantial increase has been observed in climate and weather-related disasters (floods, extreme weather events, storms, etc.), followed by geophysical and biological disasters.1 The same goes…

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Environmental issues became the main agenda of all aspects of life. We need more solidarity, relief, and protection, and we continue to need them at this time period we live in where multiple disasters, crises, and social issues are increasing. Old issues intensify, and new and complex issues emerge in this century- of which we…

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With the adoption of a settled life, irrigation systems were developed, and people started living together as a society. Large-scale outbreaks emerged after society became agriculture-dependent, and people were affected by animal-borne diseases after coming into close contact with animals. Moreover, there were other reasons why outbreaks occurred, such as difficulties accessing healthy water, increasing…

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