Shielding Communities: Public Health Strategies for Natural Hazards

• 2024

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• Raphael Barishansky; Andrew Pickett

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The article is about how communities can prepare for natural disasters like hurricanes and earthquakes. It describes the importance of public health in these situations, highlighting challenges such as injuries, disease spread, and healthcare system impacts. The article emphasizes the need for better planning and coordination among local agencies to improve response efforts. It also suggests training programs and building stronger connections between different sectors to handle emergencies effectively. Overall, it highlights the growing risks from natural hazards due to climate change and stresses the importance of being prepared to protect people’s health.

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Focus Areas: Natural Disasters; Severe Weather

Audience: Public Health Professionals

Emergency Management Stages: Response; Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Disaster Planning; Environmental Health; Natural Disasters; Public Health; Public Health Administration; Risk Assessment

Institutions: Domestic Preparedness

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