Seasonal and pandemic influenza preparedness: science and countermeasures
The article discusses the lack of adequate medical attention given to influenza, highlighting the need for better preparedness in the United States for a potential …
Chemical-biological terrorism and its impact on children
Children are increasingly vulnerable to chemical or biological terrorism, even becoming deliberate targets in recent years. Addressing their needs post-terrorist incidents is crucial. Despite various …
Weather Safety Information for Deaf and Hard of Hearing
This webpage discusses safety tips for individuals with disabilities and other access and functional needs during severe weather events. It covers the importance of preparedness, …
Preventing and Addressing Gun Violence in Schools: Effectively Responding to Incidents of Violence
2024
· Readiness and Emergency Management for Schools Technical Assistance Center (REMSTA),
· Center on Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports,
· Minneapolis Public Schools,
· Seattle University,
· University of Washington,
· Heartland Area Education Agency,
· Georgia Department of Education,
· Cahokia School District 187
During this webinar, practitioners shared trauma-informed strategies and approaches for responding to school violence, including gun violence. The webinar starts with a brief presentation on …
CDC Project Firstline Training and Educational Materials
This website focuses on training healthcare personnel in infection control practices. It is part of the Project Firstline initiative aimed at enhancing infection control knowledge …
Biological Incident Annex to the Response and Recovery Federal Interagency Operational Plan
This Biological Incident Annex (BIA) to the Response and Recovery Federal Interagency Operational Plan (FIOP) replaces the 2017 BIA to the Response FIOP. The BIA …
Suicide: Blueprint for Youth Suicide Prevention
This Blueprint is designed to outline clinical and community strategies and partnership opportunities that pediatric health clinicians can use to better identify and support youth …
Strengthening Post-Hurricane Supply Chain Resilience
2020
· National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine,
· U.S. Department of Homeland Security
This report examines lessons from Hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria to enhance disaster supply chain management. Recommendations include enhancing continuity planning, fostering partnerships between civic …
A first for this century: closing and reopening of a children's hospital during a disaster
The article describes the preparedness and response of the Children’s Hospital of New Orleans (CHNO) during Hurricane Katrina, detailing their extensive inclement-weather plan, evacuation procedures, …
The pediatrician and disaster preparedness
Recent natural disasters, terrorism, and war have emphasized the importance of emergency preparedness. This article discusses the specific pediatric considerations in emergency and terrorism preparedness. …