Western Regional Alliance for Pediatric Emergency Management (WRAP-EM)
The Western Regional Alliance for Pediatric Emergency Management (WRAP-EM) advances pediatric disaster preparedness by developing planning tools, clinical guidance, and training resources. WRAP-EM resources support healthcare systems, emergency responders, and community partners in strengthening pediatric readiness across all hazards. The index provides access to WRAP-EM resources to help enhance regional coordination, response, and surge capability across our 6 states.
WRAP-EM Pediatric Surge Playbook
This book is a guide for managing pediatric healthcare during emergencies. It describes strategies and resources to help hospitals, healthcare systems, and emergency response teams …
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WRAP-EM Pediatric Resource Guide RSV/ Seasonal Respiratory Illness
This guide contains a curated collection of resources for Just-in-Time (JIT) clinical care, strengthening planning and exercises, and promoting staff resilience. The Guide offers links …
Behavioral Health Facility Evacuation During Extreme Heat: Lessons from AzCHER and AMR Phoenix
This webinar describes how a behavioral health facility in Phoenix had to evacuate during extreme heat. The story shares lessons learned by AzCHER and AMR, …
WRAP-EM Legal Resource Guide
This legal resource guide helps with legal issues in emergencies, especially for kids. It describes how states can declare emergencies and work together to share …
Regional Pediatric Disaster Network Guides Statewide Telehealth Initiation During COVID-19 Pandemic
2022
· University of Washington,
· Seattle Children's Hospital,
· Western Regional Alliance for Pediatric Emergency Management (WRAP-EM),
· UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital,
· King County Medical Society,
· Washington State Medical Association
This article describes how a regional pediatric disaster network helped start telehealth services across Washington during the COVID-19 pandemic. Initially, many clinics couldn't offer telehealth …