Disaster-Related Injuries and Illnesses Treated by American Red Cross Disaster Health Services During Hurricanes Gustav and Ike

• 2013

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• Rebecca Noe; Amy Schnall; Amy Wolkin; Michelle Podgornik; April Wood; Jeanne Spears
PMID: 23263323DOI: https://doi.org/10.1097/smj.0b013e31827c9e1f

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This article describes how the American Red Cross helped people during Hurricanes Gustav and Ike in 2008. It explains that many people needed medical care for injuries and illnesses, especially in shelters. The Red Cross used a new form to track health issues quickly, helping local health agencies manage their resources better. Most visits were for acute illnesses like pain or respiratory problems, while some were routine check-ups. About one-third of the cases required referrals to hospitals or clinics. The study highlights the importance of having systems in place to handle healthcare needs during disasters.

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Focus Areas: Natural Disasters; Severe Weather

Audiences: Behavioral Health Professionals; Emergency Managers; Public Health Professionals

Emergency Management Stage: Response

Collection: Disaster Research Literature Review

Keywords: Mental Disorders; Disaster Planning; Disasters; Emergency Medical Services; Health Services Needs and Demand; Red Cross; Relief Work; United States; Wounds and Injuries; Cyclonic Storms; Needs Assessment; Disaster Medicine; Public Health Surveillance

Institutions: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

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