Strengthening PHC infrastructure

Supporting the delivery of essential, emergency-ready capacities

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Connect

Healthcare workers connect to local communities, integrating risk communication and community engagement, and strengthening community capacities for emergency prevention and response. 

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Detect

Healthcare workers can detect health threats by integrating early warning systems, routine surveillance, and real-time data analysis to identify emerging risks.

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Protect

Healthcare workers protect themselves and others by applying the correct infection prevention and control (IPC) precautions.

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Treat

Healthcare workers can treat those affected by emergencies and have the resources needed to continue to deliver essential health services for their populations in the face of emergencies.

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