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Studies in the area of life sciences reported from Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Institute of Public Health Research

Published in Medical Letter on the CDC and FDA, May 10th, 2009

New research, 'Evaluation of Golestan Province's Early Warning System for flash floods, Iran, 2006-7,' is the subject of a report. "Golestan province located in NE Iran is well known for deadly flash floods. This study aimed to evaluate the region's Early Warning System (EWS) for flash floods," scientists in Iran report.

"We used an adapted version of the questionnaire developed by the United Nations International Strategy for Disaster Reduction. We reviewed documents on the EWS of Golestan, and conducted a qualitative study comprising interviews with experts and affected people in Kalaleh and Minoodasht. Results were discussed by an expert panel. Regarding risk...

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