Disaster-related statistics encompass data on disaster occurrences, impacts, risk assessment, and post-disaster assessments. The Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction and the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development set global targets and indicators for monitoring disaster risk reduction. Vari

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Disaster management encompasses planning, organizing, and implementing measures to prevent, reduce, and respond to disasters effectively. The disaster management cycle includes phases such as mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery. The aim is to reduce potential losses, provide assistance

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The presentation outlined the importance of disaster management in the context of achieving sustainable local development through devolution. It emphasized the need for effective subnational planning, mainstreaming of disaster risk reduction, and financing for disaster relief. The concept of devolut

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This project focuses on financial recovery after disasters through financial counseling, disaster response frameworks, best practice training, and community education resources. It emphasizes understanding disaster risk governance, fostering individual responsibility, and identifying community champ

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The presentation explores the integration of disaster management into subnational planning for achieving sustainable local development through devolution. It emphasizes the importance of decentralization, mainstreaming disaster risk reduction, urban areas' resilience, and financing for disaster reli

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Explore a detailed overview covering topics such as data security revision, business continuity planning, risk analysis, management strategies, incident prevention, response, recovery, change management, and disaster recovery. Learn about risk assessment, business impact analysis, continuity plans,

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NASA's Earth Applied Sciences Disasters Program aims to enhance disaster prediction, preparedness, response, and recovery through Earth observations. The program utilizes strategic communications to raise awareness about disaster impacts and the importance of NASA's work. It emphasizes the role of h

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The Fiji National Cluster System for Disaster Risk Management emphasizes the importance of coordination in emergencies, aiming to reduce gaps and overlaps through a coherent, complementary approach. Global Cluster coordination systems have been adopted to enhance collaboration among various humanita

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The IMF's policy paper highlights key challenges faced by small states in building resilience, such as under-investment and donor support post-disaster rather than pre-disaster. The Disaster Resilience Strategy (DRS) emphasizes three pillars for intervention: post-disaster resilience, financial resi

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Understanding the background and context of the recent flood disaster in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) and other affected areas, this briefing outlines the government's quick response, including the declaration of a national state of disaster, coordination efforts, and actions taken by various government bodi

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Risk management is a systematic approach to identify, assess, and understand risks to guide management decisions. Perception influences risk management strategies, with varying perceptions between the public and experts. Proactive and reactive approaches help in managing risks effectively. Disaster

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This project, funded by the European Union, aims to enhance emergency preparedness and response in Slovakia by addressing institutional capacity, coordination, and technology gaps. The goal is to strengthen risk assessment methodologies, involve various stakeholders, and develop disaster-resilient m

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Works on disaster traditionally focus on natural triggers and human responses, but older views are considered incomplete. The Pressure-Release Model (PAR) explains vulnerability and risk reduction, highlighting underlying causes and unsafe conditions. Root causes such as economic, demographic, and p

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This research project focuses on developing a Simulation Framework, utilizing the I2Sim toolbox, to assess the impact of natural disasters on critical infrastructures. The framework includes creating a simulated disaster test environment, designing testing procedures to analyze disaster effects, dev

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South Africa is seeking Parliament's approval to ratify the Minamata Convention on Mercury, which aims to reduce mercury emissions globally. Mercury, a toxic heavy metal, poses significant health and environmental risks through various human and natural activities. The Convention offers financial an

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Explore the vital components of disaster resilience in Nepalese communities, including organizational structures, government partnerships, risk reduction strategies, and coordination mechanisms. Discover how key stakeholders collaborate to enhance school and hospital safety, emergency response capac

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The Lake Brenton Residents Association plays a crucial role in disaster response with defined responsibilities including being the first responder, securing the area, and coordinating with authorities. The Disaster Mitigation Plan for Lake Brenton outlines roles, organizational structure, procedures

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Disaster mental health involves applying psychiatric skills to aid individuals and communities in recovering from the psychological effects of disasters. This includes readiness, response, relief, rehabilitation, recovery, and resilience phases. Mental health professionals play a crucial role in ide

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The Department of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in Bangladesh plays a crucial role in promoting the use of ICT for disaster risk reduction. Bangladesh faces numerous catastrophic hazards, making it essential to utilize ICT for warning systems, relief management, and post-disaster ac

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The study examines the status of knowledge related to health impact assessments for natural disaster recovery, emphasizing the importance of considering the long-term health impacts of disasters. It highlights how disasters and recovery actions can have lasting consequences on community health and w

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The Vietnam Red Cross Society has a structured organizational setup for disaster preparedness and response, including the National Headquarters, Disaster Management Department, and various functional departments at different levels. The organization has achieved significant results in disaster manag

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The Disaster Risk Reduction Working Group (DRRWG) in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, is focusing on priorities such as early warning systems, resilient infrastructure, financing, disaster response, and recovery. There is a strong emphasis on the connection between disaster risk reduction and sustainable devel

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Mercury, a potent environmental pollutant, poses significant risks to human health. This overview explores the origins of mercury poisoning throughout history, including notable incidents such as the Minamata disaster and modern-day cases like Jeremy Piven's and Richard Gelfond's struggles with merc

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Learn how to apply a community-based approach to inventorying and safeguarding intangible cultural heritage within the context of disasters. This presentation offers frameworks, tools, and exercises to integrate disaster awareness into ICH inventorying and safeguarding practices, emphasizing the imp

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Challenges in Rehabilitation Disaster Relief include lack of extensive rescue capacity, rehab resources and management, fund shortages, and uncoordinated implementation. ISPRM-RDRC outlines past and future actions focusing on the NHV model, mobile rehab teams, international rehab databases, rehab st

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Mercury toxicity, a common occurrence in humans and animals, poses serious health risks. This includes exposure from elemental, inorganic, and organic forms of mercury. Methylmercury bioaccumulation in fish can lead to severe health consequences, as seen in past incidents like Minamata disease. Unde

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Organizations face key challenges in disaster recovery operations, such as widespread disruptions affecting various levels, communities, and suppliers. Prompt reactions and preparedness are essential to navigate through the phases of a disaster recovery plan - preparation, response, recovery, resump

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Disaster research team building is essential for effective disaster management in resource-poor settings. Dr. Onyeaghala emphasized the importance of competent teams in mitigating, preventing, managing, and monitoring health disasters. The workshop in Abuja highlighted the critical competencies and

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Minamata Disease, a tragic incident in a coastal town in Japan, serves as a real-life example of bioaccumulation. In the 1950s, a large number of people suffered health issues and disabilities due to mercury poisoning, caused by industrial wastewater contaminating the local seafood. The devastating

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Berry College's Information Technology Disaster Recovery Plan is a vital strategy to ensure the continuity of IT operations in the event of a disaster. This audit plan presentation outlines the objectives, scope, and responsibilities involved in auditing and maintaining the effectiveness of the disa

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This project by the National Library of Medicine aims to improve access to disaster medicine and public health information for the disaster health workforce through partnerships with various organizations across the United States. Seven projects are awarded annually, focusing on enhancing disaster p

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Welcome to the e-Learning module on integrating climate change adaptation in disaster risk reduction. This module covers concepts in disaster risk reduction and climate change adaptation. It is part of a package that includes five modules focusing on vulnerability, disaster risk reduction, climate c

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Explore resources from the Missouri Department of Mental Health for providing emotional care to disaster survivors. Learn about stress responses, training programs like Psychological First Aid, and access web resources for disaster readiness. Contact Jenny Wiley, Coordinator of Disaster Services, fo

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Disaster recovery and business continuity planning are crucial for businesses to survive major disasters and continue operations. This involves assessing business impacts, creating documentation, and planning for various types of disasters. Failure to plan can lead to significant revenue loss, damag

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Explore the role of the Small Business Administration in disaster recovery through its loan programs for businesses, homeowners, and renters in New Castle County, DE. Learn about the types of SBA disaster declarations, loan programs offered, limits on loan amounts, and details of the recent New Jers

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Joint Disaster Management project SEERisk aimed to assess and enhance preparedness in the Danube macro-region, involving multiple stakeholders in environmental disaster risk reduction. The project, led by gnes Rajacic, Project Manager at the National Directorate General for Disaster Management, focu

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The Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act of 2010, also known as Republic Act 10121, replaced PD 1566 and introduced a proactive approach to disaster management, focusing on risk reduction and building community resilience. The new law aims to transform and reform disaster response b

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International efforts towards addressing mercury pollution culminated in the negotiation and agreement on the Minamata Convention on Mercury. After years of deliberation, governments agreed on the need for a legally binding instrument to tackle the adverse effects of mercury on health and the enviro

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The Minamata Convention on Mercury addresses the health impacts of mercury exposure, particularly on vulnerable populations like children and workers. It emphasizes the phase-out of mercury-containing devices by 2020 and highlights success stories of countries in the Americas going mercury-free. Str

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The Minamata Disaster was a tragic event in Japan's history, stemming from mercury poisoning caused by industrial waste disposal. The Chisso Corporation's chemical factory in Minamata released methyl mercury into Minamata Bay, leading to widespread poisoning in humans and animals. The identification

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