Nirsevimab Library
Preventing Unintentional Pediatric Injuries at Evacuation Centers
2009
· Children's National Hospital
This article is about preventing injuries to children aged 1 to 14 at evacuation centers during natural disasters. It describes how injury is a leading …
Climate Change & Children’s Health
This brief discusses how climate change affects children's health in that children are more vulnerable to air pollution, extreme weather, and diseases spread by insects …
Joint Policy Statement - Guidelines for Care of Children in the Emergency Department
This joint policy statement outlines recommendations for the care of children in foster care, addressing health, developmental, and psychosocial needs. It emphasizes the importance of …
Guide for Preventing and Responding to School Violence
This guide helps schools prevent and respond to violence. It describes ways to make schools safer by identifying warning signs and creating safety plans. The …
Children and Disaster Risk Reduction: Taking Stock and Moving Forward
This report focuses on how children can be involved in reducing disaster risks. It describes the importance of expanding knowledge about disasters, promoting children's voices …
Blast Injuries: Pediatrics
2009
· U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS),
· Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
This fact sheet describes how to treat children after a bomb blast. Children have different needs than adults in emergencies. Key points include brain, chest, …
Blast Injuries: Essential Facts
2009
· U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS),
· Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
This fact sheet describes the effects of bomb blasts and explosions on the human body. Injuries can be unique and severe, often involving multiple penetrating …
Blast Injuries: Prehospital Care
2009
· U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS),
· Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
This fact sheet describes how prehospital care is crucial during terrorist bombings, which can cause many injuries. It highlights the need for EMS systems to …
Teacher Guidelines for Helping Students After an Earthquake
Children's reactions to earthquakes vary based on age and past experiences. This 3-page fact sheet provides teachers with guidelines for understanding different responses and ways …
The Role of Public Health in Mental and Behavioral Health in Children and Families Following Disasters
2009
· University of Washington,
· University of Oklahoma,
· Fielding Graduate University,
· Seattle Children's Hospital,
· Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
This article explores the impact of mass disasters and terrorist attacks on the mental and behavioral health of children and youth. It identifies the key …