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Judith Exantus1, Ewa Pawlowicz-Szlarska2, Eiman Hag3
1Department of Paediatrics, University Hospital of Mirebalais and State University Hospital, Medicine School and Pharmacy, State University of Haiti, Port-au-Prince, Haiti.
Advances in Kidney Disease and Health
|April 22, 2026
Summary
Effective disaster preparedness is crucial for kidney patients and dialysis services. Planning ensures patient safety and health system resilience during emergencies, especially in vulnerable regions.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Emergency Medicine
- Nephrology
Background:
- Emergencies disproportionately affect regions with weaker health systems, increasing vulnerability for kidney patients.
- Maintaining essential dialysis and kidney care services during disasters presents significant logistical challenges.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the critical need for robust predisaster planning for kidney care services.
- To emphasize the importance of patient preparedness and stakeholder engagement in disaster scenarios.
Main Methods:
- This study is a review of existing literature and best practices in disaster management for healthcare.
- It synthesizes information on health system resilience, patient needs during evacuation, and support for healthcare workers.
Main Results:
- Health system resilience and comprehensive predisaster planning are key to sustaining dialysis and kidney care during emergencies.
- Effective response requires real-time data, stakeholder collaboration, and specific planning for patient evacuation needs.
Conclusions:
- Proactive planning, data-driven insights, and collaborative efforts are essential for ensuring continuity of care for kidney patients in disasters.
- Supporting healthcare workers and learning from postdisaster data are vital for enhancing future disaster responsiveness and health system resilience.
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