Disaster Research Literature Review
The Pediatric Disaster Medicine Literature Review is a scoping review that aimed to catalogue and appraise the past 20+ years of pediatric disaster medicine research. The multidisciplinary literature review core team was comprised of several physicians, data scientists, and a medical librarian.
Seasonal and Pandemic Influenza Preparedness: Science and Countermeasures
This article discusses the lack of adequate medical attention given to influenza, highlighting the need for better preparedness in the United States for a potential …
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Chemical-Biological Terrorism and Its Impact on Children [2006]
This policy statement explains how children can be affected by chemical or biological terrorism, describing the need for better plans to protect kids during such …
A First for This Century: Closing and Reopening of a Children's Hospital During a Disaster
The article describes the preparedness and response of the Children’s Hospital of New Orleans (CHNO) during Hurricane Katrina, detailing their extensive inclement-weather plan, evacuation procedures, …
The Pediatrician and Disaster Preparedness
The article "The Pediatrician and Disaster Preparedness" highlights the importance of pediatricians in emergency situations like natural disasters and terrorism. It describes how children have …
A Prospective Study of Posttraumatic Stress and Depressive Reactions Among Treated and Untreated Adolescents 5 Years After a Catastrophic Disaster
2005
· University of California, Los Angeles,
· National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN),
· The National Child Traumatic Stress Network,
· Duke University
This study examines the natural course of posttraumatic stress and depressive reactions among untreated adolescents in earthquake-affected cities in Armenia. It also evaluates the effectiveness …
Psychosocial Implications of Disaster or Terrorism on Children: A Guide for the Pediatrician
This article discusses the role of pediatricians in assisting children and families during and after disasters, focusing on the unique needs of children and the …
"I Believe This Team Will Change How Society Views Youth in Disasters": The EnRiCH Youth Research Team: A Youth-Led Community-Based Disaster Risk Reduction Program in Ottawa, Canada
This article describes the implementation process related to the EnRiCH Research Lab in Ottawa-Gatineau, a program for youth to engage in disaster risk reduction (DRR). …
Public Health Assessments in Disaster Settings: Recommendations for a Multidisciplinary Approach
The article discusses rapid assessments of needs and health status conducted by the U.S. CDC in natural disaster settings, focusing on information gathering during emergencies. …
Chemical-Biological Terrorism and its Impact on Children: A Subject Review.
This statement reviews the key aspects of these agents, their potential impacts, and the critical considerations for disaster planning and management for pediatric patients. The …
NICU Care in the Aftermath of Hurricane Katrina: 5 Years of Changes
This article describes how neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) adapted and changed after Hurricane Katrina. It highlights the challenges faced by hospitals and medical staff …