Strategien des Rettungsdienstes – Konsequenzen nach dem 11. September 2001

The terrorist attack of the 11 September 2001 has demonstrated the necessity for managed health care strategies in cases of major disasters.A year after the attack, at the 1st International Congress for the 11 September 2001 in Hamburg, the consequences for the emergency services were discussed. In this contribution, thoughts on the strategies to be adopted, in particular by the medical services in relation to the care of those involved, coordination and cooperation with other emergency organisations (fire brigade, army, civil defence) will be considered. In addition, the practical consequences for the emergency services will be discussed.Our changed perception of possible danger requires new strategies for emergency preparedness and civil protection.