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 Information Sheet on Riot Control Agents
This 11-page document contains facts and guidance on tear gas exposure and treatment, including unique considerations for the pediatric patient. It discusses the need to …
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Pediatric Medical Countermeasures: Antidotes and Cytokines for Radiological and Nuclear Incidents and Terrorism
2024
· Arizona Poison and Drug Information Center,
· Western Regional Alliance for Pediatric Emergency Management (WRAP-EM),
· Emory University,
· Southern Regional Disaster Response System,
· Intermountain Primary Children's Hospital,
· University of Nebraska Medical Center,
· University of California San Francisco,
· Stanford University,
· Arizona Department of Health Services
This article addresses the lack of studies comparing pediatric indications and dosing for medical countermeasures in radiological and nuclear incidents. Children are especially vulnerable in …
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 …
PsySTART (Psychological Simple Triage and Rapid Treatment)
PsySTART is a tool for mental health triage systems during disasters developed by WRAP-EM. It consists of four main components, including a cloud-based application for …
Information on Health Risks of Wildfires for Children – Acute Phase Guidance for Health Professionals
The document describes the health risks that wildfires pose to children, especially during the time when fires are active. It explains how smoke and poor …
Wildfires (for Families & Communities)
This webpage on wildfires provides essential information for health professionals and families. It covers various health topics related to wildfires, offering insights on how to …
Clinician Recommendations Regarding Return of Children to Areas Impacted by Flooding and/or Hurricanes
This fact sheet provides information regarding the immediate and secondary health effects of floods as well as long term health consequences of flooding. The fact …
Masks to Protect from Wildfire Smoke During Pregnancy or Early Child Years
This fact sheet is about using masks to protect children and pregnant women from wildfire smoke. It describes how smoke can harm health, especially for …
Pediatric Environmental Health Specialty Units (PEHSUs)
This is a landing page with an explanation of the mission of The Pediatric Environmental Health Specialty Units (PEHSUs). PEHSUs are experts in children's health …