Healthcare Preparedness for Children in Disasters: A Report of the NACCD Healthcare Preparedness Working Group

• 2015

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• Michael Anderson; Jeffrey Upperman; Sarita Chung; Terrie Crescenzi; Elizabeth Edgerton; Michael Frogel; Lisa Kaplowitz; Lauralee Koziol; Mary Dianne Murphy; Scott Needle; Sarah Park; Anne Zajicek

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This 61-page report from the National Advisory Committee on Children and Disasters (NACCD) focuses on improving healthcare for children during disasters. It describes gaps in current preparedness, such as lack of training and resources, and offers recommendations to address these issues. Key areas include building strong coalitions, enhancing workforce development with better training for first responders, doctors, and nurses, and ensuring medical supplies are ready for children's needs. The report aims to make sure that children receive proper care before, during, and after emergencies by working together across different sectors.

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Hazard: Infectious Disease

Audiences: Emergency Managers; Public Health Professionals

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Child Health Services; Disaster Planning; Emergency Medical Services; Health Care Coalitions; Pediatrics; Public Health Administration; Medical Countermeasures; Pandemic Preparedness

Institutions: Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response (ASPR)

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