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Communicating with families during armed conflict: when healthcare systems fracture but phones remain

  • By

  • Ripudaman Singh Minhas

  • Iryna Dvoretska

  • Assel Al-Bayati

  • Our Kids’ Health Network

  • July 15, 2026

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    Armed conflict disrupts healthcare systems, forcing families to seek guidance on children's health through digital platforms.

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    The Our Kids’ Health Network provides culturally adapted child health information to families affected by conflict.

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    Families increasingly rely on social media for support, but these platforms can spread misinformation in crisis settings.

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    Digital communication in pediatric care during conflict must be intentional, addressing equity and privacy concerns.

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    Community-centered digital health models can offer practical guidance and support to families navigating extreme stress.

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Communicating with families during armed conflict: when healthcare systems fracture but phones remain

  • by Ripudaman Singh Minhas, Iryna Dvoretska, Assel Al-Bayati, Our Kids’ Health Network

  • July 15, 2026

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