Population Monitoring in Radiation Emergencies: A Guide for State and Local Public Health Planners
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This planning guide by the CDC introduces population monitoring in radiation emergencies for public health officials and emergency planners. It emphasizes the importance of early population monitoring following radiological or nuclear incidents, detailing the setup of community reception centers for screening and decontamination. The guide assists in evaluating response plans, identifying staffing and training needs, and prioritizing resources. It underscores the collaboration with federal assets and adjoining jurisdictions for effective monitoring. Developed with input from various experts, the guide ensures accuracy and compliance with radiation protection methods. It targets personnel involved in radiation emergency planning, assuming no involvement of biological or chemical agents and intact local response infrastructure.
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