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Malaria Facts for Families & Caregivers
This article explains that malaria is a disease spread by mosquitoes, causing symptoms like fever and chills. It is common in Africa, parts of Asia, …
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FAQ: Locally Acquired Malaria Cases Identified in the U.S.
This article reports on five malaria cases in the U.S., acquired from mosquitoes in Texas and Florida. It describes how malaria spreads, mainly through mosquito …
Facts About Candida auris in Children
This article is about Candida auris, a fungus causing severe illness in hospitals. It describes how C. auris can resist treatment and spread easily, especially …
A Long Way Home
This "Ready. Set. Go!" podcast features interviews with Dr. Beachgem (Meghan Elizabeth Beach Martin, MD) and Travis Witt, exploring the lengthy and challenging recovery process …
Water, Water Everywhere
This PPN "Ready. Set. Go!" podcast discusses how water, while necessary for life, can also cause great harm during disasters like hurricanes. Brooke Gunderson, a …
Pediatric Surge Fact Sheet
This fact sheet describes a crisis in pediatric healthcare, with hospitals struggling to care for sick children. Many emergency departments are not ready for kids, …
Supporting Children’s Mental Health Needs in Disasters
2025
· Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital,
· UH Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital,
· University of California San Francisco,
· Harbor-UCLA Medical Center,
· Pediatric Pandemic Network (PPN),
· Children's National Hospital,
· UCLA School of Medicine
This article discusses how health systems can effectively address children's unique developmental, social, emotional, and behavioral needs during disasters. It emphasizes integrating mental health considerations …
Mpox Resources for Healthcare Professionals
This webpage provides an overview of mpox symptoms, transmission, and prevention for children, emphasizing recent outbreaks and risks. It explains transmission routes, symptoms, complications, diagnostic …
Good Intentions: The Right Stuff, Right Now
This PPN "Ready. Prep. Go!" podcast interviews Dr. Kathy Lehman-Huskamp, who shares her experience helping a community after Hurricane Helene by working with others to …
Back to School
This "Ready. Prep. Go!" podcast discusses how, after Hurricane Helene, Asheville, NC schools became important centers for relief by giving out food, water, Wi-Fi, and …