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Preparedness for Effective Response – Considerations for epidemics

Miguel Aguirre
May 6, 2020

The increasing number and complexity of disasters, epidemics, and other crises National Societies are facing has triggered various initiatives within the Movement aimed at strengthening National Societies capacity to reduce risk, prepare for and respond to humanitarian emergencies. Preparedness for Effective Response – considerations for epidemics guidance is available in English, Spanish, French, Arabic.

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COVID-19 (Coronavirus)

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