Cadre handbook about community empowerment in managing and facing health crisis in Indonesia
Infectious disease outbreaks are frequently characterized by scientific uncertainty, social and institutional disruption, and an overall climate of fear and distrust. Policy makers and public health professionals may be forced to weigh and prioritize potentially competing ethical values in the face ...of severe time and resource constraints. This document seeks to assist policy-makers, health care providers, researchers, and others prepare for outbreak situations by anticipating and preparing for the critical ethical issues likely to arise.
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Results and Lessons Learned from CapacityPlus 2009-2015
Policy brief about profile of health crisis prevention in 34 districts / cities in Indonesia with high potential of natural disasters in 2016
Profile of Health Crisis Response within District with High Risk of Natural Disaster : District of Lebong, Indonesia
The document provides essential guidelines for managing cholera outbreaks. It includes instructions for preparing oral rehydration solutions (ORS) using simple ingredients like sugar and salt to treat dehydration caused by cholera. The text also emphasizes the importance of access to clean water, sa...nitation, and hygiene to prevent the spread of the disease. It is part of the World Health Organization's effort to provide clear, actionable steps for controlling cholera in affected areas.
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MEDBOX Issue Brief no.22, updated August 9, 2022