May 7th Webinar - Pediatric Youth Needs During Times of Disaster Part 2

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• Trevor Covington

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This lecture describes how to prepare for and manage pediatric needs during disasters, emphasizing mental health support and coordination among emergency management systems. It describes the history and role of emergency management in handling crises like wildfires and earthquakes. The talk highlights the importance of planning for children's needs in emergencies, such as having experts ready to help with mental health issues that often appear months after a disaster. It also emphasizes working together with local communities and organizations before a disaster happens to ensure everyone is prepared when it does occur.

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Focus Areas: Everyday Emergency; Infrastructure Failure; Natural Disasters; Severe Weather

Audiences: Emergency Managers; EMS Clinicians; Nurses; Physicians; Public Health Professionals

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

Keywords: Disaster Planning; Emergency Medical Services; Mental Health Services; Pediatrics; Public Health Administration

Institutions: EMSC Innovation and Improvement Center (EIIC)

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