Published in association with Physicians for Social Responsibility (Finland) and IPPNW.
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Contents
Historical view. Different arms systems. Conventional weapons -- Weapons of mass destruction -- New technology. Health and social effects of warfare. Demographic effects -- Effects on health care -- Vulnerable groups -- After the war. Social structures in connection with wars. War and environment. Prevention and management of wars. International regulatory activities -- Civilian efforts for peace -- Different non-governmental organizations.