Disaster Research Literature Review
A Qualitative Analysis of Barriers, Challenges, and Successes in Meeting the Needs of Hurricane Katrina Evacuee Families
This article describes the challenges faced by families who had to leave their homes because of Hurricane Katrina. It talks about how these families needed …
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Factors Predicting Individual Emergency Preparedness: A Multi-State Analysis of 2006 BRFSS Data
2009
· The University of Kansas
This article examines what factors make people more likely to be ready for emergencies. It uses data from a 2006 survey in five states. Although …
Pediatric Emergency Preparedness Training: Are we on a Path Toward National Dissemination?
2009
· The University of Kansas
This article emphasizes the importance of pediatric emergency preparedness training for health professionals due to the unique differences between children and adults. The need for …
Regional Health System Response to the 2007 Greensburg, Kansas, EF5 Tornado
2007
· The University of Kansas
This article analyzes the impact of an EF5 tornado that struck Greensburg, KS in 2007, causing widespread destruction and 12 fatalities. Data from emergency medical …
Preparing For Burn Disasters: Predictors Of Improved Perceptions Of Competency After Mass Burn Care Training
2007
· The University of Kansas
This article explores the impact of continuing education training on healthcare providers' competence in responding to mass-casualty burn disasters in the United States. The study …