HEALTH-AFFAIRS

Volume 13 Issue 7

The Role of Public Health in Emergency Preparedness and Response: Strengthening Systems for Resilience and Rapid Action

1Babar Shahzad, 2Hafiz naveed ahmed, 3Isma Abbas, 4Mawra Khan, 5Shahzad Naeem, 6Ahmad Shahzad

1UHS, Lahore
2Senior medical officer, Govt eye and general hospital sawaminagar, Lahore
3PIMS, Islamabad
4Service Hospital, Faisalabad
5Gangaram Hospital, Lahore
6PIMS, Islamabad

DOI:https://doi-no.org/10-1016-s1035-100604100778-12/

Abstract
Background:
Public health systems plays an important role in the preparation for, alleviating, and show response to emergencies which ranges from natural disasters to infectious disease flare up. As threats become more composite, the need for a strong and linked to public health response has become increasingly crucial.
Objective:
This study aims to find out the multifactorial role of public health in emergency preparation and response, examination of existing frameworks, response results, and areas needing strategic development.
Methods:
A qualitative and quantitative analysis of peer-grouped literature, government policies, and other case studies was held to evaluate the efficacy of public health systems during major emergencies over the past two decennium.
Results:
Findings disclosed that it desegregated public health systems remarkably improved emergency results, specifically in authority with clear connection between health departments and emergency management. Crucial success impacts included timely observation, risk communication, workforce preparation, and resource allotment.
Conclusion:
Public health is essential in emergency preparation and response. Investments in framework, workforce training, and interdepartmental collaboration enhance a community’s resilience and energy to manage public health crises perfectly.
Keywords: Public health, detection, co- ordination, critical health care

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