Advancing Global Collaboration in Disaster Medicine Across Asia
South Korea, September 2024
A recent meeting brought together representatives from the European Centre for Disaster Medicine (CEMEC) and various Asian universities and hospital departments specializing in disaster and emergency medicine. A central focus of the discussions was the growing collaboration with the SCH Disaster Medicine Centre at Soonchunhyang University in South Korea.This partnership marks a significant development in advancing disaster medicine throughout the Asian region, particularly in fields such as CBRNe (Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosives) and Counter-Terrorism Medicine. By leveraging the expertise of both institutions, this collaboration aims to strengthen disaster preparedness and response capabilities, contributing to a more resilient global health community.
The meeting explored strategic plans to further align efforts in disaster medicine education and international cooperation, with the goal of ensuring that programs across the region meet and exceed global standards. This collaboration is expected to have a lasting impact on improving emergency preparedness and disaster response through advanced training and knowledge-sharing.
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