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REMPAN Newsletter Issue 25 Summary

Introduction

This REMPAN eNewsletter Issue 25 covers updates on radiation emergency preparedness and response from WHO and network members as of July 30, 2022. It includes information on the WHO response to the Ukraine crisis, re-designation of WHO Collaborating Centers, news from network members, new publications, upcoming events, and training courses.

Key Highlights

WHO Response to the Ukraine Crisis

• Established the Technological Hazards Sub-Pillar for crisis response.
• Strengthened collaboration with IAEA and REMPAN experts.
• Conducted risk assessments and provided technical assistance for radiation emergency preparedness and response.

Re-designation of WHO Collaborating Centers

• Five WHO Collaborating Centers re-designated due to ongoing military operations in Ukraine.
• These centers focus on radiation and health protection.

Capacity Building Activities

• Biannual REMPAN-4-Ukraine webinar series conducted two training sessions on:
  • Medical and dosimetry management of radiation accidents.
  • Individual radiation monitoring and decontamination in nuclear emergencies.

New Publications and Resources

• Proceedings of the REMPAN-16 Coordination Meeting published in Environmental Advances journal.
• WHO online training course on Mental Health and Psychosocial Support in Emergencies.
• Planning Guidance for Response to a Nuclear Detonation (Third Edition).
• NEA publication on building a framework for post-nuclear accident recovery preparedness.

Upcoming Events and Training Courses

• NEA International Radiological Protection School (IRPS) – August 2022.
• ICRER 2022 International Conference on Radioecology and Environmental Radioactivity.
• European Radiation Protection Week (ERPW) – October 2022.
• NEA Workshop on preparedness for post-nuclear accident recovery – October 2022.

Endorsement

REMPAN supports the WHO efforts to strengthen global preparedness for radiological and nuclear emergencies through information sharing, collaborative research, and capacity building.

Disclosure

• Designations used in this report do not imply endorsement or preference of specific countries or manufacturers.
• The WHO does not warrant the completeness or correctness of the information or liability for damages resulting from its use.
• Interested individuals can contact Ms. Khadija Bendam for WINEPRI inquiries or reach the REMPAN Secretariat at rempan@who.int.