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Below are
selected publications and materials related to emergency preparedness and
response, including bioterrorism, natural disasters, disease outbreaks, and
more. Please note
the year of publication may be later than the year(s) the data represent.
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2008 Publications and Materials
2007 Publications and Materials
2006 Publications and Materials
2005 Publications and Materials
2004 Publications and Materials
2003 Publications and Materials
2002 Publications and Materials
2001 Publications and Materials
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2008 Publications and Materials
Emergency Planning Tips if You're Pregnant or Have Young Children
(9/5/08)
If you are pregnant or have infants or young children, find out how to
plan for an emergency or disaster.
Wildfires: Information for Pregnant Women and Parents of Young Infants
(8/7/08)
Learn what pregnant women and parents of young children can do if they are,
or may be, evacuated from their home.
2007 Publications and Materials
Emergency Preparedness and You (10/9/07)
Though some people feel it is impossible to be prepared for unexpected
events, the truth is that taking steps helps people deal with disasters of
all sorts much more effectively when they do occur. To help, CDC and the
American Red Cross have teamed up to answer common questions and provide
step by step guidance you can take now to protect you and your loved ones.
Preventing Carbon
Monoxide Poisoning after an Emergency (1/8/07)
http://www.bt.cdc.gov/disasters/cofacts.asp
Generators, grills, camp stoves, or other gasoline, propane,
natural gas, or charcoal-burning devices should never be used inside a home,
basement, garage, or camper- or even outside near an open window. Every home
should have at least one working carbon monoxide detector. The detector's
batteries should be checked twice a year, at the same time smoke detector
batteries are checked.
2006 Publications and Materials
Extreme Cold: A
Prevention Guide (11/29/06)http://www.bt.cdc.gov/disasters/winter/guide.asp
Prepare for extremely cold weather every winter. Take steps in advance for
greater wintertime safety in your home, in your car, and outdoors.
Prophylaxis and Treatment of Pregnant Women for Emerging Infections and
Bioterrorism Emergencies
(11/29/06)http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/eid/vol12no11/06-0618.htm
Recent experiences with outbreaks of severe acute respiratory syndrome,
monkeypox, and anthrax, as well as response planning for bioterrorism and
pandemic influenza, illustrate the challenges of making recommendations
about treatment and prophylaxis for pregnant women. Understanding the
physiology of pregnancy, the factors that influence the teratogenic
potential of medications and vaccines, and the infection control measures
that may stop an outbreak will aid planners in making recommendations for
the care of pregnant women during large-scale infectious disease
emergencies.
Extreme Heat (8/21/06)
http://www.bt.cdc.gov/disasters/extremeheat/index.asp
Staying cool and making simple changes in your fluid intake,
activities, and clothing during hot weather can help you
remain safe and healthy.
Key Facts
about Hurricane Readiness (5/23/06)
http://www.bt.cdc.gov/disasters/hurricanes/readiness.asp
Take steps now to be prepared for hurricane season. This includes protecting
yourself, others, and your home; having adequate medications and personal
supplies; deciding where to go and how to get there; getting important
documents in order; taking care of pets; and more.
2005 Publications and Materials
What You Need to Know if You are Pregnant: Hurricane Katrina (9/30/05)
http://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/hurricanes/QandA_long.htm
If you are pregnant or think you might be pregnant, and you lived through Hurricane Katrina or had to leave your home because of the
hurricane, here are a few important questions and answers to help protect you and your baby.
People with Disabilities: Hurricane Katrina (9/30/05)
http://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/hurricanes/disabilities.htm
This website provides information for people with disabilities, their families and friends, and emergency responders who have to
prepare and respond to emergencies and disasters. People with disabilities might be at greater risk from a disaster than people
without disabilities.
Help for People with Diabetes: Hurricane Katrina (9/30/05)
http://www.cdc.gov/diabetes/news/docs/katrina.htm
In the wake of Hurricane Katrina, people with diabetes face particular challenges to their health care. If you are an evacuee,
it is of prime importance to identify yourself as a person with diabetes and any related conditions so you can obtain appropriate
care.
2004 Publications and Materials
Emergency Preparedness and Response
http://www.bt.cdc.gov/
This site provides information on how to prepare for and respond to
emergencies, including bioterrorism, natural disasters, disease outbreaks,
and more.
2003 Publications and Materials
Respirator Fact
Sheet
http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/npptl/npptlrespfact.html
Some employers and consumers are considering purchasing escape hoods or
other respirators to protect themselves against potential terrorist
threats, including biological and chemical substances. This guidance will
provide information on what respirators are, how they work, and what is
needed for a respirator to provide protection.
2002 Publications and Materials
FAQs: Guidelines for
Pregnant Women Who Have Been Exposed to Anthrax But Do Not Have Symptoms
http://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/bd/anthrax.htm
These questions and answers discuss medicine to prevent anthrax in pregnant
women who have been exposed to anthrax, but who do not have symptoms of
anthrax disease. For CDC guidelines for treating anthrax disease, see MMWR,
October 26, 2001/Vol. 50/No. 42.
2001 Publications and Materials
Notice to
Readers: Additional Options for Preventive Treatment for Persons Exposed to
Inhalational Anthrax
http://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/preview/mmwrhtml/mm5050a5.htm
PDF
http://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/PDF/wk/mm5050.pdf
Many persons who were exposed to inhalational anthrax in the recent
bioterrorism-related anthrax attacks have or are concluding their 60-day
course of antimicrobial prophylaxis. Some persons, especially those who
were exposed to high levels of anthrax spores, might want to take
additional precautions. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)
is providing two additional options beyond the 60-day anti-microbial
prophylaxis course: an extended 40-day course of antimicrobial prophylaxis
and investigational postexposure treatment with anthrax vaccine.
Update:
Interim Recommendations for Antimicrobial Prophylaxis for Children and
Breastfeeding Mothers and Treatment of Children with Anthrax
http://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/preview/mmwrhtml/mm5045a5.htm
PDF
http://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/PDF/wk/mm5045.pdf
Because of its known safety for infants, amoxicillin is an option for
antimicrobial prophylaxis in breastfeeding mothers when B. anthracis is
known to be penicillin-susceptible and no contraindication to maternal
amoxicillin use is indicated. The American Academy of Pediatrics also
considers ciprofloxacin and tetracyclines (which include doxycycline) to be
usually compatible with breastfeeding because the amount of either drug
absorbed by infants is small, but little is known about the safety of
long-term use. Decisions about antimicrobial choice and continuation of
breastfeeding should be made by the mother and her and the infant's
health-care providers. Consideration should be given to antimicrobial
efficacy, safety for the infant, and the benefits of breastfeeding.
Notice to
Readers: Updated Recommendations for Antimicrobial Prophylaxis Among
Asymptomatic Pregnant Women After Exposure to Bacillus anthracis
http://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/preview/mmwrhtml/mm5043a5.htm
PDF
http://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/PDF/wk/mm5043.pdf
Pregnant women are likely to be among the persons receiving antimicrobial
prophylaxis for exposure to B. anthracis. Clinicians, public health
officials, and women who are candidates for treatment should weigh the
possible risks and benefits to the mother and fetus when choosing an
antimicrobial for postexposure anthrax prophylaxis. Women who become
pregnant while taking antimicrobial prophylaxis should continue the
medication and consult a health-care provider or public health official to
discuss these issues. The antimicrobial of choice for initial prophylactic
therapy among asymptomatic pregnant women exposed to Bacillus anthracis is
ciprofloxacin, 500 mg twice a day for 60 days.
Emergency Preparedness and Response: Women’s
Health Topics A-Z
http://www.cdc.gov/women/az/bioterro.htm
View women’s health resources related to emergency preparedness and
response.
Bioterrorism and Public
Health Preparedness: Programs in Brief
http://www.cdc.gov/programs/php.htm
Learn more about bioterrorism and public heath preparedness, CDC/ATSDR’s
activities and accomplishments, and steps for moving forward.
Emergency Preparedness and Response
http://www.bt.cdc.gov/
Learn more about emergency preparedness and response, including bioterrorism,
natural disasters, and disease outbreaks.
Emergency Response
Resources and the Workplace
http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/emres/
Learn more about emergency response in the workplace.
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