NYU GPH Journal of Public Health Disasters
A student-led journal driven by the latest research in public health disaster preparedness and management.
Yusuf discusses three perspectives of preparedness: the community level, the business sector, and government officials. Being prepared by having a plan, establishing authorities, and encouraging public participation can determine the extent of damage following a disaster. Yusuf argues that the core of preparedness is knowing who to turn to in a time of crisis, which is essential in all three perspectives.
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The last century has brought a handful of global pandemics, including the Spanish Influenza, HIV/AIDS, and most recently, COVID-19. These events have deeply impacted the world’s welfare and infrastructure, highlighting the need for efficient pandemic preparedness and response measures.
Continue reading “Ritu Bhatt’s Brief on Pandemic Preparedness and Response”
In this report, King emphasizes the critical role of mitigation and resilience in improving community wellbeing. King highlights the techniques of community-based disaster management (CBDM) and presents how it reduces vulnerabilities and improve the conditions that may lead to inequality and underdevelopment.
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Neha Yunus presents on the global threat of antimicrobial resistance and preventative measures that can reduce the likelihood of such cases developing as an unintended consequence of healthcare.
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Rohan Jani discusses global warming in association with the use of non-renewable sources of energy. Electrical vehicles were believed to have a positive effect on reducing carbon emission; however, in reality, the carbon footprint of these vehicles are far greater than burning fossil fuels. In response, Jani advocates for a transition in the future to using solar energy with electric batteries.
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Jessica Rodriguez outlines actions and legislative measures necessary to effectively reduce the number of deaths from opioid addiction and overdose, both globally and in the United States.
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Bova illustrates the crucial role of mitigation in relation to community resilience. This report includes examples of ways in which mitigation strategies promote community well-being before and after disaster events. Bova highlights the importance of community cooperation throughout mitigation, response, and recovery efforts, which is fostered by resiliency.
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Aziz presents the relationship between mitigation and community resiliency in disaster scenarios and conditions. Mitigation plays a crucial role in resiliency efforts by reducing burden and increasing risk reduction efforts for communities. The analysis provided by Aziz in this brief highlights the symbiotic relationship between mitigation and community resilience, noting the importance of both approaches in disaster management.
Continue reading “Sukaina Aziz’s Précis on Mitigation and Community Resilience”
Global pandemics will likely increase in frequency in the future due to climate change and increased international connectivity. In this précis, Sarah Crisci cites five determinant factors of future pandemic trends, and considers the potential of progress in each of the areas.
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Mitigation allows communities to minimize vulnerability and foster an enhanced capability to withstand and recover from disaster conditions. Community resilience and well-being go hand-in-hand with successful mitigation efforts. In this précis, Ashcraft provides a summary of the connection between mitigation and community resilience in disaster management.
Continue reading “Kyung-Hwa Ashcraft’s Précis on Mitigation and Community Resilience”