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Pediatric Emergency Care Capabilities of Indian Health Service Emergency Medical Service Agencies Serving American Indians/Alaska Natives in Rural and Frontier Areas
This article describes the emergency medical services (EMS) available for American Indian and Alaska Native children in rural and frontier areas. It highlights the challenges …
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Cold Weather Safety
This 2-page document provides cold weather safety tips that can assist parents and school staff to keep children healthy, safe, and warm in the winter. …
How LIHEAP and LIHWAP Helped Theresa and Mickey’s Family in American Samoa
This video highlights the impact of the Low Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) and the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) on a …
Mechanical Ventilators in US Acute Care Hospitals
2010
· U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS),
· American Association for Respiratory Care,
· Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ),
· University of Cincinnati
This article presents a study on the quantity and distribution of mechanical ventilators in US acute care hospitals, focusing on adult and pediatric capacities. A …
Challenges in the Use of Anthrax Vaccine Adsorbed (AVA) in the Pediatric Population as a Component of Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP)
This report by the National Biodefense Science Board discusses using the anthrax vaccine for children after exposure to anthrax. It describes challenges like safety, ethics, …
A Skill Set for Supporting Displaced Children in Psychological Recovery After Disasters
2017
· University of Oklahoma,
· Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University,
· National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN),
· George Washington University
This review examines intervention practices for helping displaced children, adolescents, and families after natural disasters. It emphasizes enhancing youth resilience, building social connections, and coping …
Planning for Research on Children During Public Health Emergencies
2016
· University of Pennsylvania,
· Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC),
· U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
This article discusses the risks and benefits of conducting research on children during public health emergencies (PHEs) and outlines the components needed for a pediatric-focused …
Health Industry Cybersecurity – Coordinated Privacy Security Partnerships (HIC-CPSP)
2024
· U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS),
· The Joint Comission,
· Health Sector Coordinating Council,
· Johns Hopkins University
This document discusses the importance of understanding the connections and differences between enterprise privacy and security disciplines. It highlights the challenges and risks that can …
Early Childhood Disaster-Related Resources for Children and Families
This webpage focuses on disaster preparedness for children and families, providing resources and guidelines. It offers valuable information on supporting children and youth during emergencies, …
US Civilian Smallpox Preparedness and Response Program, 2003
This article discusses the US Civilian Smallpox Preparedness and Response Program in 2003, which aimed to prepare for a possible smallpox outbreak. It describes how …