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Experiences of Individuals with Physical Disabilities in Natural Disasters

An Integrative Review

Published Date: 24.4.2018

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Theme: Planning and transitions

Sub-theme: Planning for emergencies

Natural disasters Physical health Literature review Review

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Theme: Planning and transitions

Sub-theme: Planning for emergencies

View Publication Natural disasters Physical health Literature review Review

Verification Statement

This publication / resource is hosted on a publicly available external link. If the full text is not publicly accessible, summary points are included and a contact method for the author(s) is provided, where available.

The summary information presented is based on content submitted by an author or other user
, along with publicly available information about the publication / resource added by the Carer Knowledge Exchange team.

All content is reviewed, edited and approved by the Carer Knowledge Exchange team, in line with our Submission Guidelines.


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Experiences of Individuals with Physical Disabilities in Natural Disasters

An Integrative Review

Published Date: 24.4.2018

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  • Suggested citation (APA 7th edition)

    Quaill, J., Barker, R., West, C., & James Cook University. (2018). Experiences of individuals with physical disabilities in natural disasters: an integrative review. In Australian Journal of Emergency Management (Vol. 33, Issue 3, pp. 58–60). https://knowledge.aidr.org.au/media/5776/ajem-33-3-18.pdf

Long Summary

This research article highlights the importance of recognising and accommodating to the specific needs of people with disabilities in natural disasters.

    Key Messages for Carers


  • - Identifies the challenges to people with physical disabilities in natural disasters
    - Provides the various ways resilience to disaster events can be increased
    - Details the significance of understanding the needs of individuals with disabilities in natural disasters

  • Key Messages for Policy Makers


  • - Outlines the ways in which evacuation planning can consider the specific needs of individuals with physical disabilities
    - Outlines the relevant frameworks relating to the topic
    - Identifies the key themes emerging from the research

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