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Introducing the K-HEPI: A Breakthrough in Evaluating Household Disaster Preparedness Among Korean-Speaking Communities. 引进K-HEPI：韩国语社区家庭灾害准备评估的突破。

IF 1.8 4区医学

Disaster Medicine and Public Health Preparedness Pub Date : 2025-08-01 DOI: 10.1017/dmp.2025.10150

William Samuels, Tara N Heagele, Jung Moon Hyun, So-Hyun Park, Jin Young Seo

{"title":"Introducing the K-HEPI: A Breakthrough in Evaluating Household Disaster Preparedness Among Korean-Speaking Communities.","authors":"William Samuels, Tara N Heagele, Jung Moon Hyun, So-Hyun Park, Jin Young Seo","doi":"10.1017/dmp.2025.10150","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1017/dmp.2025.10150","url":null,"abstract":"Objectives: The aims of this study were to field and pilot test the Korean version of the Household Emergency Preparedness Instrument (K-HEPI) and perform psychometric testing of the instrument's reliability and validity.Methods: The English to Korean translation followed a symmetrical translation approach utilizing a decentered process (i.e., both the source and target languages were considered equally important) focusing on the instruments remaining loyal to the content. After translation, the K-HEPI was field tested with 30 bilingual participants who all reported that the instructions were easy to understand and the items aligned closely with the original English version. The K-HEPI was then pilot tested with 399 Korean-speaking participants in a controlled, before-after study utilizing a disaster preparedness educational intervention.Results: Confirmatory factor analyses supported the K-HEPI retaining the factor structure of the original English version. The K-HEPI was also found to be psychometrically comparable to the original instrument.Conclusions: The K-HEPI can validly and reliably assess the disaster preparedness of Korean-speaking populations, enabling clinicians, researchers, emergency management professionals, and policymakers to gather accurate data on disaster preparedness levels in Korean communities, identify gaps in preparedness, develop targeted interventions, and evaluate the effectiveness of disaster preparedness interventions over time.","PeriodicalId":54390,"journal":{"name":"Disaster Medicine and Public Health Preparedness","volume":"19 ","pages":"e212"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2025-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144762344","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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The Experiences of Nurses Who Participated in Disaster Relief Efforts After the February 6, 2023 Earthquakes in Türkiye: A Qualitative Study. 2023年2月6日台湾地震后护士参与救灾的经验：一项质性研究。

IF 1.8 4区医学

Disaster Medicine and Public Health Preparedness Pub Date : 2025-07-29 DOI: 10.1017/dmp.2025.10151

Sibel Gülen, Nilgün Göktepe

{"title":"The Experiences of Nurses Who Participated in Disaster Relief Efforts After the February 6, 2023 Earthquakes in Türkiye: A Qualitative Study.","authors":"Sibel Gülen, Nilgün Göktepe","doi":"10.1017/dmp.2025.10151","DOIUrl":"10.1017/dmp.2025.10151","url":null,"abstract":"Objectives: Comprising the largest group of health care professionals, nurses play a great role and assume many responsibilities during disaster periods, when the public needs health care services the most. The aim of this study was to reveal the experiences of nurses assigned to the disaster area during relief efforts after the February 6, 2023 earthquakes in Türkiye.Methods: This qualitative and descriptive study used the maximum variation sampling method, one of the purposive sampling methods, and was completed with 20 nurses. Data were analyzed using inductive content analysis.Results: Four main themes emerged from the experiences of the nurses who provided health care services in the disaster area: experiences related to pre-mission processes, experiences during the mission, post-mission experiences, and recommendations for disaster preparedness.Conclusions: Nurses' experiences and suggestions revealed in this study may inform future disaster preparedness and disaster management plans, and this study's results point to the need for the development of professional nursing skills in disaster management.","PeriodicalId":54390,"journal":{"name":"Disaster Medicine and Public Health Preparedness","volume":"19 ","pages":"e210"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2025-07-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144735509","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Assessing Frailty and Earthquake Preparedness Among Geriatric Patients in an Emergency Care Setting: A Cross-Sectional Study in 2 Tertiary Hospitals in Istanbul. 评估急诊环境中老年患者的虚弱和地震准备：伊斯坦布尔两所三级医院的横断面研究

IF 1.8 4区医学

Disaster Medicine and Public Health Preparedness Pub Date : 2025-07-29 DOI: 10.1017/dmp.2025.10158

Gorkem Alper Solakoglu, Martina Valente, Cagatay Nuhoglu, Kurtulus Aciksari

{"title":"Assessing Frailty and Earthquake Preparedness Among Geriatric Patients in an Emergency Care Setting: A Cross-Sectional Study in 2 Tertiary Hospitals in Istanbul.","authors":"Gorkem Alper Solakoglu, Martina Valente, Cagatay Nuhoglu, Kurtulus Aciksari","doi":"10.1017/dmp.2025.10158","DOIUrl":"10.1017/dmp.2025.10158","url":null,"abstract":"Objectives: The overall objective of this study is to shed light on the disaster preparedness status of geriatric patients visiting tertiary hospitals in Istanbul while assessing the relationship between frailty scores, self-efficacy, and independence among geriatric patients.Methods: This prospective cross-sectional study was conducted in the Emergency Medicine Departments of 2 tertiary centers in Istanbul. In the survey, health and frailty status, demographics, and earthquake preparedness and planning were assessed. The Clinical Frailty Scale (CFS), Tilburg Frailty Indicator (TFI), and PRISMA-7 score were administered. Contingency tables were constructed to examine the associations between frailty categories and categorical outcomes related to disaster preparedness, self-efficacy, and independence.Results: A small portion (5.4%) of patients had received earthquake preparedness training. Regarding emergency preparedness, 32.4% had easy access to a list of emergency contacts, and 32.1% knew the location of the emergency kit. A relationship was found between the presence of an earthquake preparedness kit and the CFS and TFI (P<0.005). All the self-efficacy and independence parameters needed during disasters were found to be significantly higher among frailer patients (P<0.005).Conclusions: Inadequate disaster preparedness, characterized by low self-efficacy and high external dependence, are influenced by frailty. Enhancing disaster preparedness requires identifying and supporting frail individuals.","PeriodicalId":54390,"journal":{"name":"Disaster Medicine and Public Health Preparedness","volume":"19 ","pages":"e211"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2025-07-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144735508","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Disaster Management Education and Training for Paramedics: A Scoping Review. 护理人员的灾害管理教育和培训：范围审查。

IF 1.8 4区医学

Disaster Medicine and Public Health Preparedness Pub Date : 2025-07-25 DOI: 10.1017/dmp.2025.10137

Mohammed Ali Alqahtani, Adem Sav, Ghasem Sam Toloo

{"title":"Disaster Management Education and Training for Paramedics: A Scoping Review.","authors":"Mohammed Ali Alqahtani, Adem Sav, Ghasem Sam Toloo","doi":"10.1017/dmp.2025.10137","DOIUrl":"10.1017/dmp.2025.10137","url":null,"abstract":"Objectives: The aim of the present scoping review is to provide a comprehensive description and classification of the published research studies on education and training of paramedics and paramedic students in the context of disaster management with emphasis on educational/training techniques and their efficacy and the recent trends in this evolving field. The review is also designed to identify the main research gaps and to suggest recommendations for future research plans.Methods: PubMed, Web of Science Core Collection, Scopus, Google Scholar, and ProQuest Dissertations and Theses were searched. Studies were included in the final analysis if they studied any aspect of paramedics or paramedic students' education or training in the context of disaster management.Results: Forty-three studies fulfilled the selection criteria. Three themes were identified: 1) Conventional disaster education/training techniques; 2) Smart technology-based disaster education/training techniques; and 3) Development of and/or assessment of disaster education/training courses, programs, packages, or curricula.Conclusions: While disaster triage training is the focus of many studies, a new trend is emerging that integrates smart technology into educational and training programs. Also, there is increasing international interest in developing disaster training programs and curricula.","PeriodicalId":54390,"journal":{"name":"Disaster Medicine and Public Health Preparedness","volume":"19 ","pages":"e207"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2025-07-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144709865","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Geospatial Analysis for Identifying Socially Vulnerable Areas to Natural Disasters. 自然灾害社会脆弱地区识别的地理空间分析。

IF 1.9 4区医学

Disaster Medicine and Public Health Preparedness Pub Date : 2025-07-25 DOI: 10.1017/dmp.2025.123

Maryam Salari, Alam Abbasiyazdi, Hamidreza Shabanikiya

{"title":"Geospatial Analysis for Identifying Socially Vulnerable Areas to Natural Disasters.","authors":"Maryam Salari, Alam Abbasiyazdi, Hamidreza Shabanikiya","doi":"10.1017/dmp.2025.123","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1017/dmp.2025.123","url":null,"abstract":"Objectives: Disaster risk reduction measures are now being developed based on social vulnerability. This study aimed to identify socially vulnerable areas to disasters in Razavi Khorasan Province, Iran.Methods: The research utilized a mixed method approach conducted in 2 stages. First, a vulnerability index was created using 8 sub-indices, and the value of the index was calculated for each of the 91 rural districts in the study area. In the second stage, spatial analysis using Anselin's Local Moran's I was performed to identify the most vulnerable districts.Results: Results indicated that 40 of 91 districts, covering 49% of the total area, had high social vulnerability to disasters. Anselin's Local Moran's I analysis identified 2 high-high clusters consisting of 5 districts. The study also found that areas with higher social vulnerability were more susceptible to natural hazards such as floods and earthquakes.Conclusions: Nearly half of the studied areas exhibited a high level of social vulnerability and were at risk of natural disasters. Implementing general measures to improve the socio-economic status of the population, such as increasing education and income levels, along with specific actions like assisting vulnerable populations in relocating to safer areas, can help mitigate disaster risks.","PeriodicalId":54390,"journal":{"name":"Disaster Medicine and Public Health Preparedness","volume":"19 ","pages":"e208"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2025-07-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144709866","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Racing in Rising Global Temperatures: A Scoping Review of Heat-related Illnesses in Endurance Running. 在全球气温上升的情况下比赛：耐力赛跑中与热有关的疾病的范围审查。

IF 1.9 4区医学

Disaster Medicine and Public Health Preparedness Pub Date : 2025-07-24 DOI: 10.1017/dmp.2025.10135

Sophia Görgens, Attila J Hertelendy, Fadi Issa, David Fernandez, Ahmad Alshadad, Lindsay Davis, Jeffrey M Franc, Janice Kung, Christina Ann Woodward, Amalia Voskanyan, Greg Ciottone

{"title":"Racing in Rising Global Temperatures: A Scoping Review of Heat-related Illnesses in Endurance Running.","authors":"Sophia Görgens, Attila J Hertelendy, Fadi Issa, David Fernandez, Ahmad Alshadad, Lindsay Davis, Jeffrey M Franc, Janice Kung, Christina Ann Woodward, Amalia Voskanyan, Greg Ciottone","doi":"10.1017/dmp.2025.10135","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1017/dmp.2025.10135","url":null,"abstract":"Objectives: As temperatures globally continue to rise, sporting events such as marathons will take place on warmer days, increasing the risk of exertional heat stroke (EHS).Methods: The medical librarian developed and executed comprehensive searches in Ovid MEDLINE, Ovid Embase, CINAHL, SPORTDiscus, Scopus, and Web of Science Core Collection. Relevant keywords were selected. The results underwent title, abstract, and full text screening in a web-based tool called Covidence, and were analyzed for pertinent data.Results: A total of 3918 results were retrieved. After duplicate removal and title, abstract, and full text screening, 38 articles remained for inclusion. There were 22 case reports, 12 retrospective reviews, and 4 prospective observational studies. The races included half marathons, marathons, and other long distances. In the case reports and retrospective reviews, the mean environmental temperatures were 21.3°C and 19.8°C, respectively. Discussions emphasized that increasing environmental temperatures result in higher incidences of EHS.Conclusion: With rising global temperatures from climate change, athletes are at higher risk of EHS. Early ice water immersion is the best treatment for EHS. Earlier start times and cooling stations for races may mitigate incidences of EHS. Future work needs to concentrate on the establishment of EHS prevention and mitigation protocols.","PeriodicalId":54390,"journal":{"name":"Disaster Medicine and Public Health Preparedness","volume":"19 ","pages":"e206"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2025-07-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144700341","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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The Time is Now: Prioritizing Educator Mental Health. 时间就是现在：优先考虑教育工作者的心理健康。

IF 1.8 4区医学

Disaster Medicine and Public Health Preparedness Pub Date : 2025-07-24 DOI: 10.1017/dmp.2025.10131

Emily B K Thomas, Alyssa Schneider Carlson

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Types and Effects of Didactic Concepts During Triage Exercises to Prepare for a Mass Casualty Incident: A PRISMA-ScR Pilot Study. 在为大规模伤亡事件做准备的分诊训练中教学概念的类型和效果：一项prism - scr试点研究。

IF 1.9 4区医学

Disaster Medicine and Public Health Preparedness Pub Date : 2025-07-23 DOI: 10.1017/dmp.2025.10139

Benedict Oldenburg, Clara Wichtmann, Matthias Boldt, Martin Dirksen-Fischer, Lena Ehlers, Sinan Bakir, Axel Ekkernkamp, Volker Harth, Marcus Oldenburg

{"title":"Types and Effects of Didactic Concepts During Triage Exercises to Prepare for a Mass Casualty Incident: A PRISMA-ScR Pilot Study.","authors":"Benedict Oldenburg, Clara Wichtmann, Matthias Boldt, Martin Dirksen-Fischer, Lena Ehlers, Sinan Bakir, Axel Ekkernkamp, Volker Harth, Marcus Oldenburg","doi":"10.1017/dmp.2025.10139","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1017/dmp.2025.10139","url":null,"abstract":"Objectives: Mass-casualty incidents (MCI) are a highly important issue in disaster medicine today. In this context, professional first responders play a fundamental role as they provide preparedness and initial care to the injured. The aim of this review is to describe the form and impact of different didactic concepts in triage exercises to prepare for an MCI response.Methods: A Scoping review search was conducted in the databases PubMed, Medline, and Psyndex as an initial examination of this topic.Results: Seventeen studies were included in this review. Of the reviewed studies, 52.9% followed a randomized controlled trial design with pre-post intervention measurement. The interventions implemented in the studies were associated with an increase in knowledge and/or practical skills. Of media-based interventions, 42.9% show a comparable and 57.1% greater training effect than conventional teaching methods. According to 4 studies, technical and non-technical aids increase the triage accuracy.Conclusions: The benefits of media-based interventions and of technical and non-technical aids should be evaluated by a subsequent systematic review with a broader database and search terms of studies. The differences between different triage algorithms need to be investigated in future studies. It must be noted that intervention is preferable to non-intervention.","PeriodicalId":54390,"journal":{"name":"Disaster Medicine and Public Health Preparedness","volume":"19 ","pages":"e202"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2025-07-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144692469","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Strengthening Mental Health Resources for Educators: A Long-term Perspective. 加强教育工作者的心理健康资源：一个长远的观点。

IF 1.9 4区医学

Disaster Medicine and Public Health Preparedness Pub Date : 2025-07-23 DOI: 10.1017/dmp.2025.10130

Mint Husen Raya Aditama, Syafrida Selfiardy

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Authors' Response to Letter to the Editor: "Expanding Perspectives in Emergency Management and Health Care IT Systems". 作者对致编辑的信的回应：“扩展应急管理和卫生保健IT系统的视角”。

IF 1.9 4区医学

Disaster Medicine and Public Health Preparedness Pub Date : 2025-07-23 DOI: 10.1017/dmp.2025.10109

Clark J Lee, Michelle M Kimball, Eric C Deussing, Thomas D Kirsch

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