Satellite communications in health emergencies: no longer a luxury
10.5365/wpsar.2025.16.1.1217
- Author:
Pierre-Yves Beauchemin
1
;
Eystein Grusd
1
;
Erin E Noste
2
;
Anthony Cook
1
;
Jan-Erik Larsen
1
;
Aristides Poblete Alonzo
1
;
Misheel Enkhdalai
1
;
Sean T Casey
3
Author Information
1. World Health Organization Regional Office for the Western Pacific, Manila, Philippines
2. World Health Organization Regional Office for the Western Pacific, Manila, Philippines; Department of Emergency Medicine, University of California San Diego, California, United States of America
3. World Health Organization Regional Office for the Western Pacific, Manila, Philippines; School of Population Health, Faculty of Medicine and Health, University of New South Wales, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Satellite communications, disaster preparedness, disaster response, logistics, technology
- From:
Western Pacific Surveillance and Response
2025;16(1):66-67
- CountryWHO-WPRO
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
This article highlights the vital role of affordable satellite communications during health emergencies. Drawing on examples from Vanuatu and Tonga, it underscores the importance of integrating satellite technologies into disaster preparedness for effective communication and response.
- Full text:2025041013565114667wpsar.2025.16.1.1217 Beauchemin FINAL.pdf
