Presentation
Laboratories and blood banks have
essential tasks to be carried out in disaster situations, and they
must be integrated into the contingency plans of the health sector.
PAHO/WHO has prepared this technical training material as a resource
to facilitate preparedness and strengthen of these facilities in
disaster situations. The purpose is to sensitize and guide health
authorities, laboratory directors, laboratory technicians and blood
banks in identifiying responsibilities and functions of these services
in disaster situations, taking into account priorities, needs and
the local capacity for immediate response.
Contingency plans should incorporate activities to promote mitigation,
vulnerability reduction, and the rehabilitation and reorganization
of services to allow health services to better respond in disaster
situations.
Content:
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A technical publication that summarizes the
function of laboratories and blood banks in disaster situations,
and the actions they can take to be better prepared.
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A PowerPoint presentation for training purposes,
which can be used in seminars and courses.
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A special script on
the content of the presentation.
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