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Quantitative analysis of International Health Regulations Annual Reports to identify global disparities in the preparedness for radiation emergencies.

Umesh C SharmaKristopher AttwoodSaraswati Pokharel
Published in: BMJ open (2022)
We found major global disparities for the operational preparedness against radiation emergencies. Collaborative approaches involving the public health officials and policymakers at the regional and state levels are needed to develop additional guidance to adapt emergency preparedness plans for radiation incidents.
Keyphrases
  • public health
  • global health
  • radiation induced
  • patient safety
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  • affordable care act
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