DISASTER (EARTHQUAKES, FLOODS) AND HEALTH SYSTEM IN NEPAL AND ROLE OF FAMILY PLANNING ASSOCIATION (FPAN): A COMPREHENSIVE EXAMINATION OF IMPACT AND RESILIENCE STRATEGIES
1. Introduction The intersection of the tectonic plates and elevation gradient between India and Eurasia and the Himalayas and Gangetic plains makes Nepal highly susceptible to natural disasters. The healthcare infrastructure of the country must operate beyond its limits to address both the frequent catastrophic earthquakes and devastating annual floods. The extensive challenging topography where more than 30 million Nepalese reside creates major obstacles for equal healthcare access during regular operating conditions. These system weaknesses demonstrate fatal results when disasters occur. Natural hazards destroyed years of health development progress following the 2015 Gorkha earthquake and recurring monsoon floods yet these disasters also uncovered exceptional stories about community resilience and innovative solutions. The comprehensive study investigates each aspect of the disaster-health connection in Nepal by using current information along with case examples and modern de...