March 3, 2026Open Access

Designing a model for hospital preparedness against chemical weapons of mass destruction terrorist incidents: a mixed-method study

Key Points

Preparedness strategies significantly enhance health systems' resilience against chemical terrorism threats.
Key components include specialized training, psychological support, and robust clinical systems for effective management.
Effective response relies on intersectoral coordination and security measures to support hospital preparedness.
A comprehensive approach is crucial for hospitals to effectively manage incidents involving chemical weapons.

Abstract

Hospitals facing chemical terrorism require a comprehensive preparedness strategy encompassing specialized training, psychological support, and robust clinical systems. Effective management, intersectoral coordination, and security measures are essential for an effective response. Implementing preparedness strategies aligned with the proposed model can significantly enhance health systems' readiness and resilience to chemical WMD threats.

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Dorri et al. (Wed,) studied this question.

www.synapsesocial.com/papers/69a75cbec6e9836116a25de9 — DOI: https://doi.org/10.1186/s12245-026-01124-1

Authors

Zoha Dorri

Samaneh Mirzaei

Azadeh Fatehpanah

Journals

International Journal of Emergency Medicine

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Tabriz University of Medical Sciences

Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences and Health Services

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Designing a model for hospital preparedness against chemical weapons of mass destruction terrorist incidents: a mixed-method study

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