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WHO REMPAN eNewsletter Issue 26 Summary

This summary outlines the key contents of the World Health Organization's Radiation Emergency Medical Preparedness and Assistance Network (REMPAN) electronic newsletter, Issue 26 released on January 2, 2023, focusing on global radiation emergency preparedness and response.

Rempan is actively involved in strengthening global preparedness for radiological and nuclear emergencies through collaboration with various network members, international organizations, and partners.

Key sections include:

• A New Year greeting from Dr. Zhanat Carr, coordinator, outlining REMPAN's 2023 plans for new global projects to enhance radiation emergency readiness.
• Detailed report on WHO activities supporting Ukraine: Provided technical assistance, assessed capacities, developed communication materials (e.g., infographics on acute radiation syndrome protection), and organized training webinars on clinical management.
• Global collaboration updates: Summarizes events such as UN Counter-Terrorism Centre training courses, IAEA partnerships, EURADOS and KREDOS workshops, focusing on radiation dose assessment and sustainable recovery post-nuclear incidents.
• Contributions from network members: Covers educational events, training courses (e.g., OpenWHO programs on radiation emergency management), and practical activities like developing hospital preparedness checklists and medical evacuation protocols.
• Upcoming events and publications: Highlights training courses, conferences, and new resources like WHO infographics on thyroid protection and updated preparedness checklists.
• New REMPAN member: Profile of Prof. Damir Zaredinov from Uzbekistan, emphasizing expertise in radiation safety and global training coordination.

The REMPAN newsletter underscores ongoing efforts to bolster international response mechanisms amid crises like war, fostering cooperation, knowledge sharing, and readiness for emergency scenarios.