Improve disaster response by planning for and logistically supporting acute exacerbations of chronic diseases
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https://doi.org/10.5055/ajdm.0451Keywords:
medical logistics, ESF #8, disaster medical planning, medical disaster response, diseases during disastersAbstract
Provide a more effective medical response by emphasizing the management of acute exacerbations of chronic diseases in disasters. Disaster victims need treatment for their acute exacerbations of and ongoing chronic medical conditions, medication refills, mental health resources, and have an expectation that medical facilities will provide resources beyond medical care. Medical response is more efficient, cost effective, and effectual when these considerations are supported.
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