Preparing for the Health Effects of Drought: A Resource Guide for Public Health Professionals

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This 44-page guide is based on interviews with public health officials, state plans, and research on drought's health effects. It has five modules and two handouts with tips and resources for public health professionals to prepare for drought.

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Hazard: Natural Disasters

Audience: Public Health Professionals

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S.; Disaster Planning; Droughts; Natural Disasters; Public Health

Institutions: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

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