'The health system in Nepal is not prepared for this'

“The catastrophic floods that swept through Nepal’s Trishuli River valley have not only claimed over 1,200 lives but also crippled the nation’s health infrastructure, leaving thousands without access to essential medical services. With seven hospitals destroyed and roads severed, the disaster underscores the fragility of health systems in the face of climate‑induced extreme weather—a risk that is increasingly relevant to U.S. communities as similar events become more frequent. The U.S. could see indirect effects through heightened demand for humanitarian aid, shifts in global supply chains for medical supplies, and a growing impetus for climate resilience investments. Expert Analysis: This crisis highlights the need for U.S. policymakers to prioritize climate‑adaptation funding for vulnerable regions, as the ripple effects of such disasters can strain international aid budgets and influence global health security.”