Year: 2024
Type: book-chapter
Abstract: Ensuring the rapid and effective delivery of healthcare services following disasters requires strong coordination between disaster management and healthcare services.Pre-disaster preparations are critical for maintaining the continuity of healthcare systems.These preparations include developing emergency plans, training of healthcare personnel, regular updates of medical supply stocks, and the establishment of mobile health units for use during disasters.In the postdisaster period, priorities include the prompt treatment of the injured, prevention of epidemic diseases, and provision of psychosocial support (Kourtit et al., 2023).During this process, collaboration between national and international health organizations as well as non-governmental organizations is vital.Furthermore, disasters prompt the reassessment of health policies and the development of strategies for disaster situations.The delivery of healthcare services is reshaped during the post-disaster recovery phase (Islam & Khan, 2018;Panwar & Sen, 2019).Policies should be structured to encompass preparedness, response, and recovery phases for disasters.Comprehensive planning and training programs are necessary to enhance community health and resilience.In conclusion, disasters affect the health status of individuals and communities in various ways.They leave deep impacts on the delivery of healthcare services, social structures, lifestyles, and environmental factors.Mitigating and managing these impacts requires holistic approaches and robust health policies.
Authors: Handan ERTAŞ, Havva Nur ATALAY
Language: English
Subfield: Emergency Medical Services
Field: Health Professions
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: gold
OpenAlex ID: W4405403759