Emergency and Humanitarian Action Postcards
Summary
WHO aims to strengthen health emergency management capacity at subnational and provincial levels. This includes overall preparedness for disasters and emergencies.The key public health activities in an emergency include assessment of public health problems and needs; establishing information systems for surveillance; provision of emergency health and rehabilitation services; disease control; ensuring environmental health; delivery, receipt and management of medical supplies; and coordination of health assistance.The images in these cards depict important concepts in emergency management and highlight the need for immediate action during disaster events.