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Creation and Delphi-Method Refinement of Pediatric Disaster Triage Simulations
2014
· Yale School of Medicine,
· Yale University,
· Hasbro Children’s Hospital,
· Brown University,
· University of Massachusetts,
· University of British Columbia,
· Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital,
· Boston Children's Hospital,
· Harvard Medical School,
· U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS),
· Children's National Hospital,
· University of Colorado,
· Pediatric Emergency Research Canada,
· University of Connecticut School of Medicine
This research focused on creating realistic training simulations for emergency medical service (EMS) providers to handle pediatric disaster situations. The study involved designing scenarios like …
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Pediatric Considerations Before, During, and After Radiological or Nuclear Emergencies
2018
· Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC),
· Emory University,
· George Washington University
This article focuses on how children are affected by radiation during nuclear or radiological emergencies. It describes that kids can be more exposed to radiation …
Supporting the Family After the Death of a Child or Adolescent
2023
· American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP),
· University of Nebraska Medical Center,
· U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs,
· University of Nebraska,
· Courageous Parents Network,
· National Association of Social Workers (NASW),
· Children's Mercy Kansas City
This article focuses on helping families cope after losing a child or teenager. It describes the emotional challenges parents and siblings face during this difficult …
Drought and Health: A Messaging Framework for Public Health and Healthcare Providers
· University of Nebraska Medical Center,
· National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA),
· National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS)
The document is about how drought affects health and what public health workers and healthcare providers can do. It describes ways to communicate important information …
Drought and Public Health: A Roadmap for Advancing Engagement and Preparedness
2023
· National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA),
· National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS),
· University of Nebraska Medical Center
The document explains how droughts can affect public health. It describes ways to prepare for these impacts by improving communication, planning, and response strategies. The …
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 …
Biological PPE: Ebola Virus Disease - High Level - Donning
The video demonstrates the step-by-step process of donning biological personal protective equipment (PPE) for Ebola patient care, following the protocol used by the Nebraska Biocontainment …
How to Evacuate When Disaster Strikes: A Literature Review of Hospital Evacuations
This review describes how hospitals can safely move patients and staff during disasters like fires, floods, or storms. It explains the steps needed to plan …
Surge Capacity Principles: Care of the Critically Ill and Injured During Pandemics and Disasters: CHEST Consensus Statement
2014
· University of Minnesota,
· The Hebrew University of Jerusalem,
· George Washington University,
· University of British Columbia,
· Sharp Healthcare,
· Allina Health Care
This article offers consensus recommendations for expanding critical care surge capacity and enhancing intensive care services during disasters or pandemics. It highlights key principles for …
Pediatric Firearm Violence in America
2024
· Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital,
· University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences,
· George Washington University,
· Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
This article highlights the serious issue of gun violence affecting children. It describes how firearms are the leading cause of death for kids and provides …