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Elena Rubini and colleagues explored the knowledge on the forensic medical examination of survivors of conflict-related sexual violence (CRSV) in peer reviewed studies. The results of this systematic scoping review show that scientific literature focusing on this topic is scarce and limited attention is given to CRSV-specific sequelae compared to those provoked by physical and psychological violence. High quality research focusing on the forensic medical examination of torture, including CRSV, could serve to document operational methodologies and as a guideline to professionals conducting these evaluations. https://lnkd.in/dxf_dnyq doi: 10.1016/j.jflm.2024.102736 Photo: Freepik Università degli Studi del Piemonte Orientale

E-simulation is revolutionizing humanitarian health training, making it more accessible, cost-effective, and practical for crisis responders. A recent study by Awsan Bahattab and colleagues used a mixed-methods action research approach to develop and evaluate scenario-based e-simulation (SBES) modules, which significantly improved both students' knowledge and satisfaction. The iterative, cyclical nature of action research and stakeholder involvement enabled modules' customization and identified key design elements that can help other educators create effective disaster and global health training programs. Despite challenges like poor internet access, this innovative method has great potential to shape the future of humanitarian health education. https://lnkd.in/dzF3CBD6 doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2023-079681 Photo: CRIMEDIM Università degli Studi del Piemonte Orientale

In occasione del periodo di immatricolazioni, i docenti UPO vi presentano i corsi di laurea del nostro Ateneo! Oggi il professor Luca Ragazzoni del Dipartimento per lo Sviluppo sostenibile e la transizione ecologica presenta il corso di laurea magistrale in Disaster and Health Crisis Management. Iscriviti all'Open Day per scoprire i corsi di Laurea Magistrale in UPO https://ow.ly/kaqa50TjWsQ Tutti i video dedicati anche agli altri corsi sono disponibili sul canale YouTube di UPO https://ow.ly/XXAs50TjWsR

Humanitarian health education is evolving rapidly to meet the growing demand for skilled professionals in crisis situations. A new review highlights gaps in training programs, especially the need for standardized frameworks and more localized, accessible education. "Interdisciplinary collaboration and e-learning, including e-simulation, are key to improving future training", Awsan Bahattab and colleagues say. https://lnkd.in/eXZEg-ck doi: 10.3389/fpubh.2024.1343867 Photo: Nick Youngson/CRIMEDIM Università degli Studi del Piemonte Orientale

Deadline reminder!⌛The EMDM application deadline for 2025 is October 2nd! Submit your application with all required materials by October 2nd to be considered for the class 2025. Questions about completing your application? Learn more and contact us today. https://rebrand.ly/emdm Photos: CRIMEDIM/Fabio Maccapani ReGEDiM VUB Università degli Studi del Piemonte Orientale Vrije Universiteit Brussel

World Health Organization has been ensuring lifesaving care by supporting the deployment of EMT - Emergency Medical Teams to key hospitals in the north and south of #Gaza. Watch the full video. https://lnkd.in/dE68VWAz Photo: WHO

A new study reviews Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for Mass Casualty Incident response, offering a synthesis of the existing KPIs used in the evaluation of the pre-Hospital response to disasters and MCIs. "There's a need to use common terminologies and uniformed tools, if obtaining standardized evaluation method is the goal to be achieved", Nikolaos MARKOU-PAPPAS and colleagues note. https://rebrand.ly/kpis-mp

Register now for our Master of Science in Disaster and Health Crisis Management Open Day! 📅 Wednesday 11 September 🕑 2pm CEST For those of you coming, we hope you have a wonderful and insightful time! https://ow.ly/Khiz50TctRJ

We are thrilled to announce the successful delivery of our training course on Mass Casualty Incident (MCI) Management at the United Nations Headquarters in New York, in collaboration with Center for Advanced Medical Learning and Simulation (CAMLS). The course was specifically tailored for medical and non-medical United Nations staff to equip them with the crucial knowledge and basic principles of MCI Management. We employed a variety of advanced training methodologies, such as e-learning, discussion-based exercises, and simulation tools ranging from table-top exercises to manikins and task-trainers, and from virtual reality to high-stress live scenarios. Our scenario-based approach included different MCIs related to realistic terror attacks that could happen at the UN HQs during daily work and the General Assembly. Congratulations to all participants for their dedication and hard work! We thank the Division of Healthcare Management and Occupational Safety and Health (DHMOSH) of the United Nations for their support. #MCI #DisasterMedicine #UNTraining #EmergencyPreparedness #SimulationTraining

Are you a health professional involved in disaster and humanitarian health preparedness and response? Our EMDM program is an Advanced Master of Science designed to equip you with competencies in disaster medicine and humanitarian health, as well as the ability to conduct independent research, develop training activities, and enhance problem-solving and decision-making skills in crisis situations. https://lnkd.in/d_4U7GG Photos of the past edition: CRIMEDIM/Fabio Maccapani ReGEDiM VUB Università degli Studi del Piemonte Orientale Vrije Universiteit Brussel