What question did this study set out to answer?

To develop an educational program that equips the public and medical students with disaster response skills.

Disaster Medical Education in Singapore: An Educational Experience for the Student and Layman, Through and Beyond a Pandemic

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Pilot program enhances disaster response knowledge in laypeople and medical students, suggesting effective educational strategies.

To develop an educational program that equips the public and medical students with disaster response skills.
Created a pilot program during the COVID-19 pandemic targeting laypersons and medical students.
Delivered sessions virtually with didactic teaching followed by breakout discussions.
Implemented skill practices through simulation for medical students.
68.6% of public participants provided feedback, with 50% initially rating their skills as 'poor', which dropped to 0% post-course.
90% of public participants reported gaining new skills.
Confidence in assisting during disasters increased dramatically from 22.2% to 100% among medical students.

Rajendram et al. (2026) studied this question.

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