Establishment of the First Institution-Based Poison Information Center in Nepal Through a Multilateral International Partnership.

Autor:	Kharel R; Department of Emergency Medicine, Warren Alpert School of Brown University, Providence, RI, USA. ramu_kharel@brown.edu., Ghimire R; Department of Clinical Pharmacology, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Kathmandu, Nepal.; Drug and Toxicology Center, Poison Information Center, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Kathmandu, Nepal., Sharma R; Drug and Toxicology Center, Poison Information Center, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Kathmandu, Nepal., Maleku K; ASK Foundation, Kathmandu, Nepal., Aluisio AR; Department of Emergency Medicine, Warren Alpert School of Brown University, Providence, RI, USA., Kazzi Z; Department of Emergency Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA.
Jazyk:	angličtina
Zdroj:	Global health, science and practice [Glob Health Sci Pract] 2024 Oct 29; Vol. 12 (5). Date of Electronic Publication: 2024 Oct 29 (Print Publication: 2024).
DOI:	10.9745/GHSP-D-24-00142
Abstrakt:	Toxicological emergencies present a significant health challenge in Nepal. Despite the high burden, the country has inadequate formal toxicology training, medical toxicology expertise, and adequate poison control infrastructure. In recognition of this need, the Nepal Poison Information Center (PIC) was established as a collaborative effort involving local and international partners. Through a comprehensive partnership framework, the Nepal PIC provides 24 hours a day, 7 days a week expert guidance to health care workers, conducts educational webinars, and engages in research. Initial data from the pilot phase indicate successful consultation delivery. Challenges include bureaucratic hurdles and the need for sustainable funding. Despite these challenges, the Nepal PIC demonstrates early feasibility and potential for expansion into a comprehensive toxicology center, contributing to the advancement of clinical toxicology in Nepal. Long-term sustainability relies on governmental support and continued advocacy efforts. (© Kharel et al.)
Databáze:	MEDLINE
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