Model Development of Covid-19 Emergency Management System; Udonthani Province

Abstract

The objective of this action research was to study the model of the Covid-19 emergency management system in Udonthani province between June 2021 and June 2022. The samples included the chief executive administrators of regional and provincial levels, medical doctors, nurses, technical officers, the CDCU team, and representatives from civil society and educational institutions. Data were collected by mixed method. The study was divided into 3 phases, phase1; situation analysis of the existing system,phase 2; integration of the mission and development of the Covid-19 emergency management system by PAOR quality process included of planning, action, observation, reflection and phase 3 After the Action Review technique: AAR) for 3S (Stuff Staff System) and conclusion. The data were analyzed by descriptive statistics and content analysis for qualitative data. The results revealed that in the first phase, there was some limitation in management due to the epidemic and widespread of Covid-19 Alpha and Delta variants leading to insufficient quarantine and surveillance systems. In the second phase, the model was developed through action research to resolve issues and set up mechanisms for management with stakeholders and networks. The field hospital, community isolation, and home isolation were established through collaboration and support from civil society. The provincial communicable disease committee was the center of the management mechanism and the chief of the provincial health office acted as secretariat. The third phase was a summary of research results and lessons learned.
      Conclusion: A model for participation from the nonpublic health sector In particular, the cooperation from the private sector and civil society, local sectors to support resources, equipment, and manpower, resulting in a model of management to control the spread of COVID-19. of Udon Thani Province which could be extended to manage the other emergency situations.