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Hurricanes, Fires, and Pandemics: A Changing Climate's Impact on Critical Care Medicine
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In this video, the speaker discusses the impact of climate disasters on intensive care units (ICUs) and what can be done to prepare for them. They highlight the increasing number of extreme weather events and natural disasters, which disrupt populations and lead to internal displacement. The speaker also mentions the rise in human infectious disease outbreaks, which may be influenced by climate change and technological advancements. They emphasize the importance of conducting risk assessments and developing plans to mitigate the impact of disasters. The speaker provides examples of preparedness measures, such as seismic retrofitting, vaccination, and personal/family disaster plans. They stress the need for leadership commitment to improvement and accountability in resilient communities. The video concludes with a list of resources for further information.
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Crisis Management, 2023
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Type: one-hour concurrent | The Interaction of Climate and Environment With Critical Illness Risks and Outcomes (SessionID 1164287)
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2023
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climate disasters
intensive care units
impact
preparedness measures
resilient communities
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