Strengthening Oxygen Systems In Asia And The Pacific

Author : Asian Development Bank
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2022-11-22
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9292697927

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Strengthening Oxygen Systems in Asia and the Pacific by Asian Development Bank Pdf

This guidance note provides a comprehensive overview of medical oxygen production, distribution, and use in Asia and the Pacific region, and explores how to improve systems over the medium and long term. It explains why surges in medical oxygen demand due to the COVID-19 pandemic have exacerbated deficiencies in oxygen systems. It highlights how greater coordination among stakeholders to plan and procure oxygen on a larger scale, improve equipment, and better train staff can dramatically benefit health systems and improve patient care.

Author : Asian Development Bank
Publisher : Asian Development Bank
Page : 145 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2022-11-01
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9789292697938

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Strengthening Oxygen Systems in Asia and the Pacific by Asian Development Bank Pdf

This guidance note provides a comprehensive overview of medical oxygen production, distribution, and use in Asia and the Pacific region, and explores how to improve systems over the medium and long term. It explains why surges in medical oxygen demand due to the COVID-19 pandemic have exacerbated deficiencies in oxygen systems. It highlights how greater coordination among stakeholders to plan and procure oxygen on a larger scale, improve equipment, and better train staff can dramatically benefit health systems and improve patient care.

Author : Asian Development Bank
Publisher : Asian Development Bank
Page : 102 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2020-12-01
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9789292625832

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COVID-19 and Transport in Asia and the Pacific by Asian Development Bank Pdf

The economic and social impacts of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) have been dramatic, and transport has played a central role in its spread. The transport sector has also enabled essential workers to get to work during the pandemic and will support the needs of the population throughout the different stages of recovery. This guidance note presents (i) the impacts of the pandemic on social and travel behaviors in Asia and the Pacific, and how the transport sector is responding; and (ii) guiding principles and good practices in transport operations to support economic recovery.

Author : World Health Organization
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2016
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9241549556

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Oxygen Therapy for Children by World Health Organization Pdf

"Hypoxaemia is a major contributor to child deaths that occur worldwide each year; for a child with pneumonia hypoxaemia increases the risk of death by up to 5 times. Despite its importance in virtually all types of acute severe illness, hypoxaemia is often not well recognized or well managed, more so in settings where resources are limited. Oxygen therapy remains an inaccessible luxury for a large proportion of severely ill children admitted to hospitals in developing countries. This is particularly true for patients in small district hospitals, where, even if some facility for delivering oxygen is available, supplies are often unreliable and the benefits of treatment may be diminished by poorly maintained, inappropriate equipment or poorly trained staff with inadequate guidelines. Increasing awareness of these problems is likely to have considerable clinical and public health benefits in the care of severely ill children. Health workers should be able to know the clinical signs that suggest the presence of hypoxaemia and have more reliable means of detection of hypoxeamia. This can be achieved through more widespread use of pulse oximetry, which is a non-invasive measure of arterial oxygen saturation. At the same time oxygen therapy must be more widely available; in many remote settings, this can be achieved by use of oxygen concentrators, which can run on regular or alternative sources of power. Having effective systems for the detection and management of hypoxaemia are vital in reducing mortality from pneumonia and other severe acute illnesses. Oxygen therapy is essential to counter hypoxaemia and many times is the difference between life and death. This manual focuses on the availability and clinical use of oxygen therapy in children in health facilities by providing the practical aspects for health workers, biomedical engineers, and administrators. It addresses the need for appropriate detection of hypoxaemia, use of pulse oximetry, clinical use of oxygen and delivery systems and monitoring of patients on oxygen therapy. In addition, the manual addresses practical use of pulse oximetry, and oxygen concentrators and cylinders in an effort to improve oxygen systems worldwide."--Publisher's description.

Author : Asian Development Bank
Publisher : Asian Development Bank
Page : 344 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2009-12-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789292547318

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Improving Energy Security and Reducing Carbon Intensity in Asia and the Pacific by Asian Development Bank Pdf

No segment of the world's economy will be more affected in the drive to reduce greenhouse gas emissions than energy and fuels. The energy sector study, carried out by The Energy and Resources Institute, reviews recent experience in end-use energy efficiency, new technologies, and practices for higher efficiency in fossil fuel energy production as well as ways to expand energy production from renewable sources. Implications for energy security are derived along with recommendations for financing, technology transfer, and associated policy and institutional reforms.

Author : Asian Development Bank
Publisher : Asian Development Bank
Page : 76 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2022-01-01
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9789292693206

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Fostering Regional Cooperation and Integration for Recovery and Resilience by Asian Development Bank Pdf

The coronavirus disease or COVID-19 has brought countries together to mitigate its spread and cushion its adverse consequences. Regional cooperation will be perhaps even more important in building an inclusive, resilient, and sustainable economic revival. This guidance note advocates wider, deeper, and more open regional cooperation and integration. Cooperation can be widened to include regional health security, trade in information and communication technology-enabled services, and financial safety nets, for example. It can be deepened to reach more stakeholders and sectors. It can also become more open through flexible collaboration and greater sharing of knowledge and expertise.

Author : Xijun Hu,Po Lock Yue
Publisher : World Scientific
Page : 708 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2000-11-28
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789814491570

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Sustainable Energy and Environmental Technologies by Xijun Hu,Po Lock Yue Pdf

With the rapid expansion of the Asia-Pacific economy in the last decade and the recovery after the recent crisis, severe demands will be placed on energy services and the environment. Coping with the volatile oil prices that persist in the market introduces an additional factor into the energy supply and demand equation, not just for countries in this region but also worldwide. Inevitably there will be implications for environmental issues too. The future will see a continuing challenge to balance growth with sustainability in the economic, social and environmental sectors. This conference, a sequel to the immensely successful APCSEET conferences held in Singapore and Australia, is aimed at meeting that challenge by addressing the pertinent issues related to sustainable energy and environmental protection. It provides a forum for participants from academia, industry and government agencies to interact, report on research in progress, and identify opportunities in the fields of sustainable energy and environmental technologies. The presentations include not only technical issues such as air pollution control, wastewater treatment, solid waste management, renewable energy and cleaner production, but also education and policy issues. Contents:The Concept of Zero Emissions in the 21st Century (M Suzuki)Continuous Catalytic Wet Air Oxidation of Phenol in a Trickle Bed Reactor (Q Wu et al.)Drying Performance of Refuse Derived Fuel (Y Tatemoto et al.)Influence of Temperature on Removal of Sulfur Dioxide and Benzene from Air by Corona Discharge Reactor (N Sano et al.)High Quality Building Materials from Domestic and Construction Wastes (J P Barford & Y N Tsui)Metal Ion Immobilisation in the Microwave Processing of Sediment Sludge from PCB Manufacturing (Q Gan)Characteristic and Efficiency of Hydrogen Sulfide Removal with Heteropoly Compound Absorbent in a Packed Column (R Wang)Microscopic Nature and Elemental Composition of Brown Coal Fly Ash Particles from a Large Coal Fired Power Station (L Zou)Monitoring on Road Emission with Remote Sensing Technologies (R Gong)Treating Fresh Air: Options and Uses (D Pahwa)Construction Waste Minimisation (R N Greenwood)and other papers Readership: Environmentalists, conservationists and policy-makers. Keywords:

Author : King K. Holmes,Stefano Bertozzi,Barry R. Bloom,Prabhat Jha
Publisher : World Bank Publications
Page : 506 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2017-11-06
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781464805257

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Disease Control Priorities, Third Edition (Volume 6) by King K. Holmes,Stefano Bertozzi,Barry R. Bloom,Prabhat Jha Pdf

Infectious diseases are the leading cause of death globally, particularly among children and young adults. The spread of new pathogens and the threat of antimicrobial resistance pose particular challenges in combating these diseases. Major Infectious Diseases identifies feasible, cost-effective packages of interventions and strategies across delivery platforms to prevent and treat HIV/AIDS, other sexually transmitted infections, tuberculosis, malaria, adult febrile illness, viral hepatitis, and neglected tropical diseases. The volume emphasizes the need to effectively address emerging antimicrobial resistance, strengthen health systems, and increase access to care. The attainable goals are to reduce incidence, develop innovative approaches, and optimize existing tools in resource-constrained settings.

Author : Bambang Susantono,Yasuyuki Sawada,Cyn-Young Park
Publisher : Asian Development Bank
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2020-09-01
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9789292623562

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Navigating COVID-19 in Asia and the Pacific by Bambang Susantono,Yasuyuki Sawada,Cyn-Young Park Pdf

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) has unleashed unparalleled challenges. At the same time, it offers a window to rethink Asia’s most fundamental development policies and strategies to address inequality, socioeconomic vulnerability, and environmental challenges. This publication gathers blogs and short policy pieces contributed by ADB staff and experts in an attempt to tackle immediate challenges and prepare for what may lie beyond the horizon. It covers a broad range of development challenges and highlights the crucial role of rapid adoption of digital technologies, adequate supply of quality infrastructure, disaster risk management, and strengthening regional cooperation for a resilient and sustainable future by shaping post-pandemic conditions.

Author : World Health Organization
Publisher : World Health Organization
Page : 68 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2016-10-25
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9789241509886

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Technical Specifications for Oxygen Concentrators by World Health Organization Pdf

The purpose of this guidance document is for the appropriate selection procurement utilization and maintenance of oxygen concentrators. This document also focuses on recommendations for the appropriate use and maintenance of oxygen concentrators in an effort to increase the availability management and quality of oxygen concentrators and ultimately to improve health outcomes in LRS. This document is intended to serve as a resource for the planning and provision of local and national oxygen concentrator systems for use by administrators clinicians and technicians who are interested in improving access to oxygen therapy and reducing global mortality associated with hypoxaemia.

Author : National Intelligence Council
Publisher : Cosimo Reports
Page : 158 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2021-03
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1646794974

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Global Trends 2040 by National Intelligence Council Pdf

"The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic marks the most significant, singular global disruption since World War II, with health, economic, political, and security implications that will ripple for years to come." -Global Trends 2040 (2021) Global Trends 2040-A More Contested World (2021), released by the US National Intelligence Council, is the latest report in its series of reports starting in 1997 about megatrends and the world's future. This report, strongly influenced by the COVID-19 pandemic, paints a bleak picture of the future and describes a contested, fragmented and turbulent world. It specifically discusses the four main trends that will shape tomorrow's world: - Demographics-by 2040, 1.4 billion people will be added mostly in Africa and South Asia. - Economics-increased government debt and concentrated economic power will escalate problems for the poor and middleclass. - Climate-a hotter world will increase water, food, and health insecurity. - Technology-the emergence of new technologies could both solve and cause problems for human life. Students of trends, policymakers, entrepreneurs, academics, journalists and anyone eager for a glimpse into the next decades, will find this report, with colored graphs, essential reading.

Author : William A. Haseltine
Publisher : Brookings Institution Press
Page : 198 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780815724162

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Affordable Excellence by William A. Haseltine Pdf

"Today Singapore ranks sixth in the world in healthcare outcomes well ahead of many developed countries, including the United States. The results are all the more significant as Singapore spends less on healthcare than any other high-income country, both as measured by fraction of the Gross Domestic Product spent on health and by costs per person. Singapore achieves these results at less than one-fourth the cost of healthcare in the United States and about half that of Western European countries. Government leaders, presidents and prime ministers, finance ministers and ministers of health, policymakers in congress and parliament, public health officials responsible for healthcare systems planning, finance and operations, as well as those working on healthcare issues in universities and think-tanks should know how this system works to achieve affordable excellence."--Publisher's website.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : World Health Organization
Page : 76 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2022-05-02
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9789240043930

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Improving the quality of care for maternal, newborn and child health by Anonim Pdf

Author : Dhananjai K. Pandey,M. Ravichandran,Nisha Nair
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2020-04-09
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783030406592

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Dynamics of the Earth System: Evolution, Processes and Interactions by Dhananjai K. Pandey,M. Ravichandran,Nisha Nair Pdf

This book highlights Indian scientific endeavours and contributions to answering the vast multitude of questions posed by our changing environment. The International Ocean Discovery Program (IODP) explores Earth’s history and dynamics using deep ocean drilling platforms to recover the data locked inside seafloor sediments and rocks. Since 2009, Indian scientists have been actively engaged in these expeditions. Scientists from various Earth Science disciplines have seized this opportunity to offer their expertise in order to help unravel the mysteries of the past – by delving deep into the valuable sedimentary records of our oceans. This book presents a compilation of some of their most important findings to motivate and encourage young minds for their enhanced role in the cutting edge science of ocean drilling.

Author : Agamuthu Pariatamby,Masaru Tanaka
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 382 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2013-09-05
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789814451734

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Municipal Solid Waste Management in Asia and the Pacific Islands by Agamuthu Pariatamby,Masaru Tanaka Pdf

Solid waste management issues, technologies and challenges are dynamic. More so, in developing and transitory nations in Asia. This book, written by Asian experts in solid waste management, explores the current situation in Asian countries including Pacific Islands. There are not many technical books of this kind, especially dedicated to this region of the world. The chapters form a comprehensive, coherent investigation in municipal solid waste (MSW) management, including, definitions used, generation, sustainable waste management system, legal framework and impacts on global warming. Several case studies from Asian nations are included to exemplify the real situation experienced. Discussions on MSW policy in these countries and their impacts on waste management and minimization (if any) are indeed an eye-opener. Undoubtedly, this book would be a pioneer in revealing the latest situation in the Asian region, which includes two of the world’s most dynamic nations in the economic growth. It is greatly envisaged to form an excellent source of reference in MSW management in Asia and Pacific Islands. This book will bridge the wide gap in available information between the developed and transitory/developing nations.