The Human Suffering Caused by Bombs Containing White Phosphorus: Health Effects
March 2022
Studysummary This study observed that exposure to white phosphorus bombs in crowded areas like Lahore markets was associated with significant personal and emotional harm, including generalized weakness, psychological trauma, and physical injuries such as ear drum rupture.
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The study explored the health effects of white phosphorus bombs on 100 victims of a market explosion in Lahore, revealing significant physical and psychological impacts. Most victims were males under 30, exposed in open-air spaces. Common health issues included generalized weakness, fatigue, psychological trauma, insomnia, fear of darkness, and fear of enclosed spaces. Physical injuries such as eardrum rupture, head and brain injuries, blindness, and hair loss were also reported. The study concluded that heavy explosive weaponry in populated areas increased the risk of personal and emotional harm.
