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A Failure of Initiative: Final Report of the Select Bipartisan Committee to Investigate the Preparation for and Response to Hurricane Katrina
The report is about the response to Hurricane Katrina. It describes how different states and federal agencies prepared for the storm, including FEMA's efforts to …
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“Operation Child-Safe”: A Strategy for Preventing Unintentional Pediatric Injuries at a Hurricane Katrina Evacuee Shelter
2006
· University of Oklahoma
This article describes a plan to keep kids safe from accidental injuries at a shelter for people who had to leave their homes because of …
Oral Versus Intravenous Rehydration for Treating Dehydration Due to Gastroenteritis in Children
This article compares oral and intravenous rehydration for children with dehydration from gastroenteritis. It describes that both methods are effective, but oral rehydration is cheaper …
A Brief Measure for Assessing Generalized Anxiety Disorder: The GAD-7
This article discusses the development of the GAD-7, a 7-item questionnaire to assess generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). It is reliable and valid for identifying GAD …
Dust Storms & Your Health
2006
· State of Washington
This one page resource discusses the health risks associated with dust storms, which occur when strong winds lift and disperse particulate matter (PM) such as …
Training Needs of Pediatricians Facing the Environmental Health and Bioterrorism Consequences of September 11th
This article discusses the impact of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on child health professionals in New York, Connecticut, and New Jersey. It highlights …
Epidemiology of Pandemic Influenza: Use of Surveillance and Modeling for Pandemic Preparedness
2006
· University of Michigan
This article is about how we can prepare for flu pandemics by using surveillance and modeling. It describes the importance of studying past pandemics to …
A National Survey of Terrorism Preparedness Training Among Pediatric, Family Practice, and Emergency Medicine Programs
2006
· Brooke Army Medical Center
This article discusses the importance of engaging in effective emergency preparedness planning and training to address the threat of domestic terrorism. It highlights the crucial …
Hospital Disaster Preparedness in Los Angeles County
2006
· Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
This article describes how hospitals in Los Angeles County prepare for disasters. It looks at their plans, supplies, and ability to handle many patients at …
Critical Concepts for Children in Disasters Identified by Hands-On Professionals: Summary of Issues Demanding Solutions Before the Next One
This article discusses the experiences of pediatricians and caregivers during Hurricane Katrina, highlighting key lessons for disaster planning. It emphasizes the importance of addressing children's …