näljahäda
Näljahäda, often translated as famine or starvation, is a severe and widespread shortage of food. It occurs when a population is unable to obtain enough food to meet its basic nutritional needs, leading to widespread malnutrition and increased mortality. Famines can be caused by a variety of factors, including natural disasters such as drought, floods, and crop diseases, as well as human-made causes like war, political instability, and economic collapse.
The immediate effects of famine include hunger, weakness, and a decline in physical and mental health. Prolonged
Historically, famines have been a recurring problem throughout human history, often leading to mass migrations and