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Hospitals are the most visible function of health systems after large disasters and are critical to minimize loss of life and morbidity. The concept of “resilient hospitals” has been increasingly recognized as a critical element of disaster reduction, being highlighted in priorities 1, 3, and 4 of the Sendai Framework for Action 2015-2030. However, critical efforts are still needed to understand the challenges disasters cause to hospitals in terms of patient profiles, disruptions in health services, and organizational aspects.
This project investigates the impact of a high-magnitude earthquake in a tertiary hospital in Nepal, and explores its post-disaster resilience mechanisms. It will unleash new understandings of hospital disaster resilience and will provide a solid evidence-base for the global community to improve disaster preparedness and response.
For more information, contact Maria Rodrigues Leal Moitinho De Almeida
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