Israel schools the world on preventing hospital catastrophes during war
Israeli researchers published a paper detailing emergency preparedness lessons from Assuta Ashdod Hospital during the October 7, 2023, Hamas-led attack, which enabled the facility to treat 87 casualties despite ongoing rocket fire. The study emphasizes the importance of mass casualty incident protocols and emergency drills, highlighting that the hospital's reinforced infrastructure and preparedness culture were crucial during the multi-front assault. The authors warn that similar high-intensity conflicts may arise elsewhere, underscoring the need for global healthcare systems to adopt such protocols.