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California Wildfires: The Devastating Impact on Local Healthcare Systems

Newsweek on MSN.com

The recent California wildfires have claimed at least 25 lives and destroyed over 12,000 structures since January 7. Despite the chaos, local health systems have managed to remain operational. The impact of the wildfires on healthcare operations, employees, and priorities in Southern California has been significant, with healthcare providers working tirelessly to provide medical care and support to those affected. The crisis has highlighted the importance of emergency preparedness and disaster response in the healthcare sector, with key considerations including patient safety, staff wellbeing, and continuity of care. Healthcare services have been severely tested by the disaster, but have shown resilience in the face of adversity.