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After the Emergency is Over: Post-traumatic Stress Disorder in Children and Youth This fact sheet defines post-traumatic stress disorder, lists common symptoms, and provides adults with tips on how to help children and youth who have suffered a traumatic event, in addition to notin... Details > Emergency Medical Services for Children | Are You Ready? A Guide to Citizen Preparedness Are You Ready? provides a step-by-step outline on how to prepare a disaster supply kit, emergency planning for people with disabilities, how to locate and evacuate to a shelter, and even contingency p... Details > Federal Emergency Management Agency | CDC's Emergency Preparedness and Response Web site Also available in: Spanish The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Emergency Preparedness and Response site offers the latest information on bioterrorism, chemical and raditation emergencies, natural disasters, recent ... Details > Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services | Clean Hands Save Lives: Emergency Situations Also available in: Spanish After an emergency, finding running water can be difficult. However, keeping your hands clean helps you avoid getting sick. It is best to wash your hands with soap and water for 20 seconds. However, w... Details > Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services | Dental Emergencies and Injuries There are a number of simple precautions you can take to avoid accident and injury to your teeth. Accidents do happen, and knowing what to do when one occurs can mean the difference between saving and... Details > American Dental Association | Disaster Preparedness Resources for Parents and Teachers This site provides a listing of resources that are designed to assist professionals who work with children and parents in preparing children for action in a disaster. Includes also links to additional... Details > Federal Emergency Management Agency | Emergency Preparedness Following an attack, disaster or an emergency, essential services may not function and relief responders may not be able to reach you immediately. It is therefore important to prepare for a situation ... Details > National Alliance for Hispanic Health | Emergency Preparedness and Response: Earthquakes Surviving an earthquake and reducing its health impact requires preparation, planning, and practice. Far in advance, you can gather emergency supplies, identify and reduce possible hazards in your hom... Details > Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services | Emergency Preparedness Tips for Older Adults Help may not be immediately available in the wake of a disaster. And pharmacies, medical supply stores, physicians' offices, and hospitals may be closed or inaccessible. This publication offers emerge... Details > AGS Foundation for Health in Aging | Emergency Wound Care After a Natural Disaster Also available in: Spanish The risk for injury during and after a hurricane and other natural disasters is high. Prompt first aid can help heal small wounds and prevent infection. Tetanus is a potential health threat for person... Details > Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services |
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