The role of applied epidemiology methods in the disaster management cycle

J. Malilay, M. Heumann, D. Perrotta, A.F. Wolkin, A.H. Schnall, M.N. Podgornik, M.A. Cruz, J.A. Horney, D. Zane, R. Roisman, J.R. Greenspan, D. Thoroughman, H.A. Anderson, E.V. Wells and E.F. Simms

American Journal of Public Health, 2014, vol. 104, issue 11, 2092-2102

Abstract: Disaster epidemiology (i.e., applied epidemiology in disaster settings) presents a source of reliable and actionable information for decision-makers and stakeholders in the disaster management cycle. However, epidemiological methods have yet to be routinely integrated into disaster response and fully communicated to response leaders. We present a framework consisting of rapid needs assessments, health surveillance, tracking and registries, and epidemiological investigations, including risk factor and health outcome studies and evaluation of interventions, which can be practiced throughout the cycle. Applying each method can result in actionable information for planners and decision-makers responsible for preparedness, response, and recovery. Disaster epidemiology, once integrated into the disaster management cycle, can provide the evidence base to inform and enhance response capability within the public health infrastructure. © 2014, American Public Health Association Inc. All rights reserved.

Keywords: disaster; disaster medicine; epidemiology; health survey; human; needs assessment; procedures; public health; register; risk factor, Disaster Medicine; Disasters; Epidemiologic Methods; Humans; Needs Assessment; Population Surveillance; Public Health; Registries; Risk Factors (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2014
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DOI: 10.2105/AJPH.2014.302010

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