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Trustee : the Journal for Hospital Governing Boards
|June 20, 2013
Summary
Hospitals serve as vital community centers, offering safety and support for recovery and rebuilding efforts. They are essential for community resilience and well-being.
Area of Science:
- Community Health
- Public Health Infrastructure
Background:
- Hospitals are central to community well-being.
- They provide essential services during crises.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the foundational role of hospitals in community rebuilding.
- To emphasize their function as safe havens.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative analysis of community roles.
- Case studies of hospital impact.
Main Results:
- Hospitals are perceived as safe havens.
- They are critical for post-disaster recovery.
Conclusions:
- Hospitals are indispensable for community resilience.
- Their role extends beyond healthcare to social infrastructure.
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