| خلاصه مقاله | Introduction
Disasters pose significant risks to communities and healthcare systems, leading to extensive economic, social, and psychological impacts. With the rising frequency and severity of both natural and human-made disasters, enhancing disaster management strategies in healthcare systems has become increasingly vital. This systematic review explores effective approaches and policies to optimize disaster response within healthcare settings.
Methods and Materials
This systematic review utilized articles published between 2018 and 2024, identified through PubMed, Scopus, and Google Scholar as a search engine. Initial searches yielded 380 articles, of which 42 met the inclusion criteria. The review focused on studies addressing preparedness, response, and recovery strategies in healthcare disaster management. The PICO framework (Population, Intervention, Comparison, Outcome) guided the research approach, ensuring a structured evaluation of evidence. Two authors independently screened articles using EndNote to ensure accuracy and consistency in the selection process.
Results
Findings indicate that effective disaster management relies on a multi-faceted approach involving staff training, infrastructure strengthening, and inter-organizational collaboration. Approximately 75% of reviewed studies emphasized that pre-disaster planning and advanced training reduced response times and improved outcomes by over 60% in disaster situations. Furthermore, integrating advanced technologies, such as Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and artificial intelligence, was shown to enhance response efficiency, with 67% of the studies supporting technology as a vital component in minimizing disaster impact. In addition, community resilience initiatives, which were highlighted in 85% of the articles, were crucial for fostering public awareness and readiness. Rapid-response frameworks and comprehensive public awareness programs were cited as effective in reducing community-level impacts by as much as 45%.
Conclusion
This review identifies effective strategies for strengthening disaster management in healthcare settings. The findings suggest that enhanced staff training, infrastructure investments, and digital technology applications can significantly reduce disaster-related harm. Policymakers are encouraged to prioritize healthcare system preparedness by adopting comprehensive disaster preparedness programs and integrating advanced technology tools into disaster management frameworks. |