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Casey, Sean T., Noste, Erin, Cook, Anthony T., Larsen, Jan-Erik, Cowie, Simon, Ferguson, May M., Beauchemin, Pierre-Yves |
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Western Pacific Surveillance & Response Journal; Oct-Dec2023, Vol. 14 Issue 4, p1-4, 4p |
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This article provides an overview of the development and operations of emergency medical teams (EMTs) in Pacific island countries and areas. The World Health Organization (WHO) has been collaborating with member states and non-governmental organizations since 2010 to establish a network of deployable clinical rapid response teams. Pacific governments have invested in national response capacities, including the establishment of national EMTs, in response to natural disasters and disease outbreaks. These teams have received training and are now self-sufficient, capable of deploying to remote and challenging conditions. The article also highlights the expansion of EMT development to other Pacific island countries with support from various donor partners. Pacific EMTs have made significant progress since their establishment in 2017, with teams like FEMAT achieving international classification and being deployed for multiple national emergencies, including tropical cyclones and the COVID-19 response. Other teams, such as SOLMAT, TEMAT, and VANMAT, have also been deployed for various emergencies and outbreaks. These achievements demonstrate that even small and developing countries can develop and mobilize professional EMTs that can provide timely and high-quality responses to emergencies. The article emphasizes the opportunities for Pacific EMTs to further improve through training, research, and evaluation of their operations. The development of Pacific EMTs has been supported by various organizations and governments. [Extracted from the article] |
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