Lessons Learned for Pediatric Disaster Preparedness from September 11, 2001: New York City Trauma Centers

• 2009

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• Emily Stamell; George Foltin; Evan Nadler
PMID: 19667859DOI: https://doi.org/10.1097/ta.0b013e3181adfb81

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This article discusses the impact of the September 11, 2001, World Trade Center attacks on pediatric disaster preparedness. It highlights the lack of readiness to handle pediatric patients post-attack, including challenges in providing medical care, evacuating children, and mobilizing pediatric practitioners. The long-term effects on children, such as respiratory illnesses and mental health issues, are also addressed. Efforts to improve disaster preparedness, including creating educational materials and mobile pediatric disaster teams, are mentioned. The review aims to raise awareness of the issues faced and encourage discussions for better strategies in the future.

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Focus Area: Violence

Audiences: Emergency Managers; EMS Clinicians

Emergency Management Stages: Mitigation; Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Bundles: Disaster Research Literature Review

Keywords: Child Health Services; Disaster Planning; Emergency Medical Services; Health Services Needs and Demand; New York City; Pediatrics; Trauma Centers; September 11 Terrorist Attacks

Institutions: New York University

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