H-CARES
The consortium
The H-CARES project is part of the DYNAMO project vision, aiming to transform crisis management in healthcare through advanced technological tools and innovative strategies. H-CARES aims to improve the resilience and readiness of healthcare organisations by providing operational recommendations and decision support to effectively respond to complex crisis scenarios.
Using technologies based on data analytics and cloud computing, H-CARES helps healthcare professionals minimise disruptions in care delivery, ensuring the continuity of essential services even under emergency conditions.
The H-CARES platform aligns with the objectives of DYNAMO through strengthening the capacity of healthcare facilities to respond to crises, such as pandemics, cyber-attacks and natural disasters, and supporting evidence-based practices. It also contributes to building a more flexible and responsive healthcare system that can adapt quickly to new challenges through an approach that promotes technological innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration.
H-CARES supports more effective crisis management based on informed decision-making by facilitating interaction and coordination between health professionals, researchers, technology experts and policy makers (tools for internal communication between different stakeholders).
H-CARES is also a catalyst for innovation, harnessing cutting-edge technologies to create an information system that provides practical insights and decision support to improve crisis response and clinical outcomes for patients (tools that helps formalization of clinical knowledge).
Through technology integration and cross-sector collaboration, H-CARES facilitates interoperability between healthcare systems and supports collaborative networking between care providers, government institutions, academia and industry partners. This network enhances the collective resilience of the health system, fostering a coordinated response and improving the overall effectiveness of emergency management strategies.
Finally, H-CARES represents a significant opportunity for sharing knowledge and best practices, contributing to joint research initiatives and evidence-based strategies. The platform not only provides tools for emergency management, but also promotes training and skills development initiatives, enhancing the capacity of healthcare personnel to deal with crises and improving the impact on patients and safety of care.
Final Results and Impact
The expected final results of the H-CARES project include the deployment of a comprehensive, interoperable platform that helps in managing crisis in healthcare.
By utilizing advanced technologies such as real-time data processing, cloud-based infrastructure, and intuitive decision-support tools, the platform will empower healthcare organizations to maintain critical operations during crises, reducing service interruptions and enhancing patient care outcomes. H-CARES will feature tailored strategies for addressing diverse scenarios, including pandemics, cyber incidents, and staff shortage, while providing a streamlined interface for improved coordination and effective communication among all relevant stakeholders.
The anticipated impact of the project encompasses a significant enhancement in the adaptability and preparedness of healthcare systems. It aims to build stronger connections across professional sectors—spanning healthcare providers, policymakers, technology developers, and researchers—to foster a cooperative and efficient approach to managing crises. The initiative is expected to drive forward innovation by encouraging the exchange of knowledge, the adoption of best practices, and the continuous improvement of skills and expertise among healthcare professionals.
By improving system-wide coordination and establishing an integrated framework for emergency response, H-CARES will create a more unified and reliable healthcare ecosystem. This will result in heightened patient safety, optimized resource management, and strengthened public confidence in the healthcare system’s ability to face unforeseen challenges. Ultimately, the project will leave a lasting impact by promoting a culture of readiness and innovation, enabling healthcare organizations to meet future challenges with resilience and agility.
