Tailoring emergency and disaster preparedness engagement approaches for Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) communities [PDF]
, 2023 The impacts of emergency and disasters pose greater challenges to Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) communities. Several barriers prevent CALD communities from adequately preparing for such events, thus contributing to increased vulnerability.
Hayes, Hailey
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International Journal of Forestry Research, 2022 Regeneration of oak (Quercus baloot Griff.) forests is an issue of concern in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province in general and Sheshikoh Valley of District Chitral in particular.
Zahid Ahmad +3 more
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Disaster preparedness: A concept analysis and its application to the intensive care unit [PDF]
, 2021 OBJECTIVES: The aim of the study is to understand the concept of disaster preparedness in relation to the intensive care unit through the review and critique of the peer-reviewed literature.
Ranse, Jamie +2 more
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Predictive modelling for COVID-19 outbreak control: lessons from the navy cluster in Sri Lanka
Military Medical Research, 2021 In response to an outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) within a cluster of Navy personnel in Sri Lanka commencing from 22nd April 2020, an aggressive outbreak management program was launched by the Epidemiology Unit of the Ministry of Health ...
N. W. A. N. Y. Wijesekara +10 more
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Disaster Preparedness in Hospitals
Cureus, 2023 Disaster preparedness in hospitals is a critical global concern that involves proactive measures to mitigate the impact of natural or artificial disasters. The review emphasizes the role of organizations such as India's National Disaster Management Authority in the development of response strategies.
Khirekar, Janhavi +3 more
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The Pediatrician and Disaster Preparedness
Pediatrics, 2006 Recent natural disasters and events of terrorism and war have heightened society's recognition of the need for emergency preparedness. In addition to the unique pediatric issues involved in general emergency preparedness, several additional issues related to terrorism preparedness must be considered, including the unique vulnerabilities of children to ...
David, Markenson, Sally, Reynolds
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The American Preparedness Project: Executive Summary: Where the US Public Stands in 2011 on Terrorism, Security, and Disaster Preparedness [PDF]
, 2011 Ten years after the tragic events of September 11, 2001, America is, in some aspects, a different country. Significant portions of the federal budget over the past decade have been spent on enhancing preparedness and security on the home front, and ...
National Center for Disaster Preparedness
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Disaster preparedness and climate change in Cuba: management and adaptation [PDF]
, 2021 As a result of climate change, ocean temperatures are warming and sea levels are rising. Natural disasters have been increasing in frequency and ferocity.
Clayfield, A, Kirk, EJ, Story, I
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Disaster Preparedness among Emergency Medical Service Providers: A Systematic Review Protocol
Emergency Medicine International, 2020 Background. The emergency medical service (EMS) provides first-line medical care to people who require urgent medical care in emergency and disaster situations.
Mehdi Beyramijam +5 more
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Atropine Use in Children After Nerve Gas Exposure [PDF]
, 2004 Following the FDA's approval of a pediatric dosage Atropen®, the Pediatric Expert Advisory Panel was asked to review the existing guidelines and recommendations regarding the treatment of children exposed to nerve agents and the Mark-1 Kit; review the ...
National Center for Disaster Preparedness
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