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Last updated on 12 July 2008

Emergency manuals and guidelines

A collection of resources and manuals addressing health issues in emergencies, such malaria control and health promotion guidelines. (Oxfam) More info >>

ACT implementation in a humanitarian emergency: case study from the field

This article focuses on Artemisinin-based Combination Therapy (or ACT), which is now the first-line malaria treatment recommended by the WHO, and how it can be successfully implemented in a humanitarian emergency. (Médecins Sans Frontières) More info >>

Public health in crisis-affected populations: a practical guide for decision-makers

This paper analyses the global relief system and argues the need for advocacy for timely and appropriate relief. (Humanitarian Practice Network/ODI: Dec 2007) More info >>

Mobile health units in emergency operations: a methodological approach

This paper provides guidance to practitioners providing primary health services in humanitarian situations on deciding whether to include mobile health units (MHUs) in their programs. (Humanitarian Practice Network, Overseas Development Institute: June 2007) More info >>

Disaster medicine: Manual 2, Health and medical aspects of disasters

This manual acts as a basic reference for health and medical professionals working in the area of disaster medicine. (Emergency Management Australia: 1999) More info >>

Infant and young child feeding in emergencies

This practical manual provides concise, non-technical guidance for emergency relief staff and program managers on appropriate infant and young child feeding in emergencies. (Infant and Young Child Feeding in Emergencies Core Group / Emergency Nutrition Network (ENN): 2007) More info >>

Mainstream HIV prevention into tsunami response

A report on the need to mainstream HIV issues into disaster response activities. (British Medical Journal: 2005) More info >>

Myths and realities in disaster situations

Breaking down some of the myths surrounding emergencies situations by explaining the realities about dead bodies, nutrition, refugees, etc. (World Health Organization: 2005) More info >>

Asbestos: Medical guidance note

Provides relevant information for health professionals given responsibility for medical surveillance of employees exposed to asbestos. (Health and Safety Executive UK Government: 2005) More info >>

Indian ocean tsunami health response

Details the involvement of the Department of Health and Ageing in responding to the Indian Ocean Tsunami. (Department of Health & Ageing: 2005) More info >>

Health information systems in humanitarian emergencies

This article from the WHO bulletin, examines the challenges of providing timely and accurate health information in the context of humanitarian crises. (World Health Organisation (WHO): August 2005) More info >>

Emergency Nutrition Network - www.ennonline.net

An online forum for the exchange of field level experiences between staff working in the food and nutrition sector in emergencies. (Emergency Nutrition Network: June 2005) More info >>

Maintaining tuberculosis control in countries affected by the tsunami

Examines the current issues for controlling TB in affected countries and looks at the actions taken by WHO. (WHO: 2005) More info >>

Reducing the impact of disasters on health systems

Reducing the impact of disasters on health systems outlines key disaster data and provides recommendations for minimising the impact of future disasters - with a focus on The Americas.  (Pan American Health Organisation: 2005) More info >>

Asia tsunami: Medical threat matrix

This powerpoint presentation analyses the medical threats, realities and opportunities of tsunamis. (Centre of Excellence in Disaster Management & Humanitarian Assistance: 2005) More info >>

Guidelines for health emergency

Health emergency guidelines on general management, dead bodies, psychological support, communicable diseases, immunization, food safety, logistics, supplies and more. (World Health Organization - Regional Office for South-East Asia: 2005) More info >>


 

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