New Member for Disaster Management Authority

Print edition of the New Indian Express – Mangaluru Bureau

Dr. Edmond Fernandes appointed as member – district disaster management authority’s Health task force. The health task force is appointed to address disaster management and mitigation activities pertaining to public health and is chaired by the Deputy Commissioner of the District with District Health Officer being Member – Secretary. Dr. Edmond has worked previously in Typhoon Yolanda in Philippines and also in Chennai Floods rendering medical relief and humanitarian support. Dr. Edmond Fernandes is the Founder and CEO, of CHD Group , a public health organization working on disaster risk reduction, urban health and public policy.

Author: Edmond

Dr. Edmond Fernandes is a community health physician leading efforts for CHD Group which is a global public health organization, headquartered in Mangalore, India. He is also a Non Resident Senior Fellow of the Atlantic Council and the US State Department Alumni. He is a Member - Health Task Force, DDMA, Government of Karnataka. Dr. Edmond has authored 2 books, got over 18 research publications and travels around the world for engagements related to global health, policy and humanitarian emergencies. He can be reached for feedback and discussions on office@edmond.in

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