This randomized controlled trial compared two types of education courses for women aged 18 to 65 in western Turkey. One group received a structured disaster awareness program covering preparedness strategies and first aid. The other group received nutrition education. The study measured changes in disaster awareness and preparedness four weeks after the courses ended.
The women in the disaster education group showed significantly higher scores on the Disaster Preparedness Scale. The effect was large, with a partial eta squared of 0.70. The difference between the groups was statistically significant with a p value less than 0.001.
No adverse events or safety concerns were reported during the study. The researchers recommend incorporating this type of education into disaster training programs. The community may become more aware and prepared for natural disasters through these measures. This study suggests that specific disaster training is effective for improving readiness.