Humanitarian Engagement by the US Military During Natural Disasters and Armed Conflict.

Authors

Milissa Jones, Martin Ottolini

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Pediatric clinics of North America. Volume 73. Issue 5. Pages 1037-1056. Epub Jul 28, 2026.

Abstract

This article of the role of the US military in humanitarian crises focuses on the utilization of medical resources, concentrating on the impact on the pediatric age group. The US military possesses unique capabilities that enable rapid delivery of supplies, deployment of medical teams, infrastructure support, and security operations, all supporting the needs of complex operational environments. Emergencies range from rapid responses to domestic and global natural disasters, to those involving complex humanitarian emergencies involving armed conflict. The employment of these resources requires careful consideration of the legal, ethical, and operational implications inherent in using armed forces in civilian contexts.

PMID:
42711047
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