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Supporting Children and Family Survivors of Military Line-of-Duty Deaths
This module explains how to support children and families who have lost a loved one in military service. It describes the unique challenges these families …
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Responding to Children’s Emotional Needs During Times of Crisis
This webpage offers professional resources for disaster preparedness, focusing on responding to children's emotional needs during times of crisis. It provides valuable insights and guidance …
Pediatric Readiness in Emergency Medical Services Systems
This article explains how emergency medical services (EMS) can better care for children. It describes the need for special training, equipment, and guidelines to help …
Pediatric Disaster Preparedness and Response Topical Collection Chapter 9: Chemical Events
This chapter explains how to prepare for and respond to chemical attacks, especially involving children. It describes the risks of chemical terrorism, lessons from past …
Pediatric Disaster Preparedness and Response Topical Collection Chapter 8: Biological Events
This chapter focuses on preparing for biological disasters affecting children. It describes bioterrorism history, potential threats like anthrax and smallpox, and signs to watch for …
Pediatric Disaster Preparedness and Response Topical Collection Chapter 7: Nuclear and Radiological Events
This chapter focuses on preparing for nuclear and radiological events. It describes the dangers of radiation, including nuclear weapons, power plant incidents, and dirty bombs. …
Pediatric Disaster Preparedness and Response Topical Collection Chapter 6: Pediatric Preparedness Exercises
This chapter discusses the importance of conducting exercises to test organizations' readiness to respond to disasters, specifically focusing on the pediatric population. Exercises help evaluate …
Pediatric Disaster Preparedness and Response Topical Collection Chapter 5: Emerging Infectious Diseases
This chapter focuses on preparing for emerging infectious diseases in children. It describes how global travel increases the risk of spreading diseases like Ebola and …
Pediatric Disaster Preparedness and Response Topical Collection Chapter 4: Mental Health Issues
This chapter focuses on mental health issues in children during disasters. It describes how pediatricians and schools play key roles in identifying and addressing children's …
Pediatric Disaster Preparedness and Response Topical Collection Chapter 3: Preparedness Planning in Specific Practice Settings
This chapter discusses how pediatricians can prepare for disasters in different practice settings. It describes the importance of planning and working with community partners like …