Why are small populations more prone to gentic disease?

Small populations are more prone to genetic diseases due to reduced genetic diversity and increased inbreeding. With fewer individuals, there is a higher chance that harmful recessive alleles can become more common and manifest in offspring. Additionally, genetic drift can lead to the random loss of beneficial alleles, exacerbating the prevalence of genetic disorders. This limited gene pool makes it difficult for populations to adapt and can increase the overall risk of hereditary diseases.