The website doesn't translate or post any data. Participants do not enter the information into the website, if they need to update or provide information it must be given directly to the registry staff.
“Chronic disaster syndrome” thus refers in this analysis to the cluster of trauma-and posttrauma-related phenomena that are at once individual, social, and political and that are associated with disaster as simultaneously causative and experiential of a chronic condition of distress in relation to displacement. "
“ Living with long-term stress related to loss of family, community, jobs, and social security as well as the continuous struggle for a decent life in unsettled life circumstances, they manifest what we are calling ‘chronic disaster syndrome.’”
“One of the recurring themes that we heard from those who were still displaced in trailers or temporary living situations (e.g., with relatives), but more so from those who had returned and were, in a few cases, back in their homes, was that, even if the neighborhoods were being rebuilt, people had lost so much that nothing would never be the same.”
The study used ultrasound to detect if there was cancerous masses in the subjects thyroid. If cancer was detected subjects underwent surgerical treatments.
In regards to pulic health, this policy provides equality in emergency/ life saving procedures despite economic barriers the patient may face.
The author conducted their research by obtaining information and statistics from international, government, and private institutions/organizations.
The most compelling parts of this film come from the film occur when a the viewer learns directly about a specific patient and the struggles they are facing.
Their staff is comprised of professional and volunteers with a medical background, primarily nurses and doctors in the field but they have many other logistical positions available.
Knowles addresses emergency response in the sense that if regulations would have been previously put in place and enforced prior to a disaster, the emergency response to the disaster wouldn't be as drastic.
This article has been referenced and discussed in a variety of different articles pertaining to disaster recovery and psychopathology.
The film best addresses any layperson interested in enviromental policy, healthcare, or military affairs.