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.
Toward a Safer World by 2040:The JAMA Summit Report on Reducing Firearm Violence and Harms
2025
· University of Washington,
· University of Pennsylvania,
· Medical College of Wisconsin,
· Columbia University,
· Johns Hopkins University
The article describes how experts at a JAMA summit talked about ways to make the world safer by 2040 by reducing gun violence and harm. …
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Using Two Statewide Medical Operations Coordination Centers to Load Balance in Pediatric Hospitals During a Severe Respiratory Surge in the United States
2023
· University of Washington
This article describes how two statewide Medical Operations Coordination Centers (MOCCs) in Washington and Oregon helped manage a surge in pediatric patients during a severe …
PICU in the MICU: How Adult ICUs Can Support Pediatric Care in Public Health Emergencies
2022
· University of Washington,
· Uniformed Services University,
· Brooke Army Medical Center,
· Naval Medical Center, San Diego,
· University of Michigan
This article explains how adult ICUs can help care for children during health emergencies like COVID-19. It describes that since there are fewer pediatric ICU …
Disaster Planning for Homeless Populations: Analysis and Recommendations for Communities
2020
· University of Washington
This article explains how homeless people are more at risk during disasters due to lack of shelter, health issues, and limited resources. It highlights the …
Burn Stabilization Protocol
2013
· University of Washington
This 2-page protocol describes how to care for people with serious burns before they reach a burn center. It explains which burns need special treatment, …
Quick Reference Card: Burn Stabilization
2020
· University of Washington
This pocket card provides guidance on how to care for burn patients before they reach the hospital. It covers the "Rule of Nines" and lists …
Improving Pediatric Readiness in General Emergency Departments: A Prospective Interventional Study
2021
· Improving Pediatric Acute Care Through Simulation (ImPACTS),
· Indiana University,
· Yale University,
· Indiana University Health,
· University of Washington,
· Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital,
· McMaster University
This journal article describes a study that aimed to make emergency rooms better prepared for treating children. The researchers worked with general emergency departments and …
Disaster Exposure and Mental Health Among Puerto Rican Teachers After Hurricane Maria
2023
· University of Washington,
· Medical University of South Carolina,
· University of Mississippi
The article describes how Hurricane Maria affected the mental health of teachers in Puerto Rico. Many teachers faced stress, anxiety, and other mental health problems …
Pediatric Emergency Medicine Disaster Simulation Curriculum: The 5-Minute Trauma Assessment for Pediatric Residents (TRAP-5)
2020
· University of Washington
This study presents a simulation-based curriculum, created for pediatric residents to practice rapid trauma assessment skills. The curriculum involves scenarios with manikins portraying injured 5-year-olds. …
Power Outages and Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in Children
2025
· Columbia University,
· Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai,
· Children's Hospital of Philadelphia,
· University of Washington
This article describes how power outages can lead to carbon monoxide poisoning in children, especially when families use generators or other fuel-burning devices indoors. It …