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[The Situation and Problems of Cancer Treatment at Designated Cancer Hospitals during the 2016 Kumamoto Earthquake]
Kenji Sakai1, Shizu Katao, Miki Adachi
1Dept. of Medical Oncology, National Hospital Organization Kumamoto Medical Center.
Abstract:
The 2016 Kumamoto earthquake was the first disaster we experienced while pushing cancer medical collaboration systems under the second Basic Plan to Promote Cancer Control Programs.Soon after the earthquake, an earthquake investigation team comprising the representatives of several medical institutions was formed, and they performed a survey of the medical staff of every designated cancer hospital and other related institution.The importance of sharing information during disasters and the weaknesses of medical aspects and patients were clarified.We found it important to establish regional cooperation and a solid communication system during a disaster.For large-scale disasters, it is necessary to develop an informationsharing system that meets regional needs.
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