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Cyclone Alfred disrupted vital dialysis services in South-East Queensland. Agile, tech-enabled methods using digital surveys and AI improved patient care during the extreme weather event, enhancing disaster resilience.

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  • Disaster Management
  • Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare

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  • Extreme weather events like Cyclone Alfred pose significant risks to healthcare infrastructure.
  • Dialysis services are critical for patients with kidney disease and are particularly vulnerable during disasters.
  • Disruptions to dialysis can lead to severe health consequences for affected patients.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the impact of Cyclone Alfred on dialysis services in South-East Queensland.
  • To assess the effectiveness of digital tools in managing and mitigating disruptions.
  • To inform future disaster preparedness and response strategies for vulnerable patient populations.

Main Methods:

  • Real-time surveys were deployed to gather immediate feedback on service disruptions.
  • Artificial intelligence (AI)-assisted analysis was utilized to process survey data efficiently.
  • Agile methodologies were employed to guide rapid response and service improvements.

Main Results:

  • The study identified specific impacts of the cyclone on dialysis service accessibility and delivery.
  • Digital tools provided timely insights into the extent of the disruption.
  • AI-assisted analysis facilitated rapid identification of areas needing immediate intervention.
  • The tech-enabled approach led to prompt improvements in service delivery.

Conclusions:

  • Low-cost, digital tools can be effectively leveraged during extreme weather events to support healthcare services.
  • Agile response methods enhance disaster resilience for vulnerable patient groups.
  • Findings inform planning for healthcare continuity during climate-related emergencies.