Essays about: "Health emergencies"

Showing result 11 - 15 of 24 essays containing the words Health emergencies.

  1. 11. The effects of preparation and support on the psychological resilience of aid relief workers in complex humanitarian emergencies : A phenomenological study reviewing the needs for and availability of preparation and support and the effects on mental health

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Teologiska institutionen

    Author : Thomas Berends; [2021]
    Keywords : Aid Relief Workers; Mental Health; Complex Humanitarian Emergencies; Psychological resilience; Preparation; Support;

    Abstract : Aid relief workers active in complex humanitarian emergencies often develop mental health issues, due to the complex context of these settings and several workplace stressors. In order to cope with these problems, aid relief workers rely on organizational preparation and support, and social support. READ MORE

  3. 12. Crucial knowledge and skills for caring in a pandemic situation : An interview study on the views of Swedish nurses

    University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för hälso- och vårdvetenskap (HV)

    Author : Rana Mohammadimehr; [2021]
    Keywords : Nursing knowledge and skills; qualitative content analysis; Pandemic; Sweden; Covid-19;

    Abstract : Background: Lack of trained staff is the most important issue during the pandemics. In addition, nurses need adequate training sessions to act efficiently. Literature show that nurses in various parts of the world were not prepared for Covid-19 pandemic even those who had experienced other pandemics before. READ MORE

  4. 13. Dimensions Relevant forMaintenance Performance inTechnical Healthcare Settings

    University essay from KTH/Hälsoinformatik och logistik

    Author : Sara Pallmar; [2020]
    Keywords : ;

    Abstract : Abstract Access to qualitative, affordable, and appropriate medical equipment is essential to advance universal health coverage, address health emergencies, and promote healthier populations. In order to keep the equipment safe and ready to use maintenance is needed. READ MORE

  5. 14. Inclusion of Evidence-Based Approach to Humanitarian Needs Assessment in Flash Appeals

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Avdelningen för Riskhantering och Samhällssäkerhet

    Author : Esa Kukkonen; [2018]
    Keywords : Evidence; evidence base; evidence-based approach; Flash Appeal; funding humanitarian crises; humanitarian needs assessment; sudden-onset emergencies; General Works;

    Abstract : According to the humanitarian principle of impartiality, decisions on what to fund in humanitarian crises should be based on a clear identification and prioritization of need. However, both the donors and responders have been reported to not act solely based on the needs. READ MORE

  6. 15. Preventing Gender-Based Violence Post Disasters : Building the capacity of humanitarian actors in the Philippines to engage with men and boys to reduce the risks of perpetration of violence

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Teologiska institutionen

    Author : Jenny Molin; [2018]
    Keywords : gender-based violence; prevention; engaging men and boys; masculinities; humanitarian action; disasters; the Philippines;

    Abstract : Gender based violence (GBV) is a global public health issue and a major feature in humanitarian emergencies. However, the phenomenon is not inevitable and can be predicted and prevented. READ MORE