Scientific development of the concept of disaster medicine as an effective measure to prevent negative consequences of natural disasters
V. I. Loginova,
N. V. Semenova
Abstract:Literature data on the scientific development of the concept of disaster medicine, which began about five decades ago, are analyzed. Various disciplines such as public health, emergency medical services, emergency medicine and military medicine work within the framework of disaster medicine. Disaster medicine aims to ensure that public health services and facilities are functional both before and after disasters in order to prevent and reduce the adverse health effects on societies facing disaster risks. It is… Show more
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