EPIDEMICS, ACCIDENTS, NATURAL/MAN MADE DISASTERS
These occur in all communities, but in the developing countries there is much delay in the arrival of help.
Local community is the first to be affected, first on the scene and first to help the victims
Is it possible to improve the quality of local response and preparedness for health emergencies?
The answer is YES. The initial problems arise from breakdown in communication and lack of control.
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