Famine

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Famine

Famine (/ˈfæmɪn/) is a severe and prolonged hunger in a substantial area causing widespread malnutrition, death due to starvation, and epidemics caused by forced use of contaminated water or decaying food and loss of body resistance due to weakening from starvation.

Etymology

The word "famine" comes from the Latin fames, which means "hunger".

Definition

Famine is a widespread scarcity of food, caused by several factors including war, inflation, crop failure, or government policies. This phenomenon is usually accompanied or followed by regional malnutrition, starvation, epidemic, and increased mortality.

Causes

Famines are caused by a wide range of factors, including:

  • Agricultural factors: These include drought, flooding, pests, and diseases that affect crops and livestock.
  • Economic factors: These include poverty, inequality, and lack of infrastructure.
  • Political factors: These include war, corruption, and poor governance.
  • Environmental factors: These include climate change and natural disasters.

Prevention

Preventing famine involves several strategies, including improving agricultural practices, developing and implementing effective government policies, and providing timely humanitarian aid in times of crisis.

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