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Cross-Sectional Survey Methods to Assess Retrospectively Mortality in Humanitarian Emergencies
This article discusses the importance of evaluating mortality rates and causes in populations, especially in humanitarian emergencies where complete vital statistics reporting may be lacking. …
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Strategic National Stockpile: Overview and Ventilator Assets
The article discusses the importance of the Strategic National Stockpile in providing critical medical assets during national emergencies. It highlights the inclusion of portable ventilators …
Field Testing a Head-Of-Household Method to Dispense Antibiotics
2007
· Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC),
· Philadelphia Department of Public Health,
· Thomas Jefferson University
This article describes a study by the Philadelphia Department of Public Health on how quickly and accurately antibiotics can be given to families during an …
Immunization Information Systems Use During a Public Health Emergency in the United States
This article discusses how the Louisiana Immunization Network for Kids Statewide (LINKS) was crucial in saving time and money and the hassle of unnecessary revaccination …
Community Reception Center (CRC) Overview Video
The 13-minute training video provides an overview of Community Reception Center (CRC) operations for public health personnel and response partners. CRCs are established post-radiation emergency …
Health Concerns of Women and Infants in Times of Natural Disasters: Lessons Learned From Hurricane Katrina
This article focuses on the health concerns of pregnant women and infants during natural disasters, using Hurricane Katrina as an example. It describes how about …
Radiation Emergencies: Community Reception Centers
This website provides comprehensive public guidance on steps to take in radiologic emergencies. It covers important topics such as initial response procedures, the role of …
Dengue - CDC
This webpage offers information on dengue fever, a mosquito-borne viral infection prevalent in tropical and subtropical regions. It details symptoms, transmission, prevention strategies such as …
June 2023 ACIP Meeting - Dengue Vaccines
In this ACIP meeting, experts reviewed dengue vaccination strategies using the Notre Dame and Takeda models. Dr. Wilbur Chen noted prior dengue infection doesn't fully …
Caring for a Child or Family Member Sick with Dengue
This 2-page informational sheet provides guidance on the treatment of dengue and home care. It outlines signs of mild to moderate dehydration and when to …