Evacuating Under Fire: Children with Special Healthcare Needs in Disaster

• 2019

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• Laura Stough; Elizabeth Ducy

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Children with special health care needs (CSHCN) face unique challenges in an emergency situation. This website offers examples and checklists for families and other caregivers to use in preparation for a natural disaster.

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Hazard: Natural Disasters

Audiences: Emergency Managers; EMS Clinicians; Nurses; Physicians

Emergency Management Stage: Response

Keywords: Disaster Planning; Disabled Children

Institutions: University of Colorado

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The information provided on this website is for educational purposes only. It does not substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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