Management of Public Health Emergencies
A Resource Guide for Physicians and Other Community Responders
Produced by the AMA, this resource guide is a compilation of Web and computer-based resources and is designed as a quick and easy reference tool.
Section 1 - Overview and Disclaimer
Section 2 - When Disaster Strikes
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Introduction
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Immediate Emergency Response Information
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Reporting Safety and Security Concerns
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Personal Emergency Reference Card
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Seeking Disaster Relief
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Critical Emergency Preparedness Steps for Physicians and Other Community Responders
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Additional Resources
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Talking with Children About Disaster and Tragedy
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Disaster Planning for Individuals, Families and Businesses
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General Information for Health Professionals
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Resources for Hospital and Community Planners
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Volunteer Opportunities
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Suggested Reading List
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Section 3 - Weather-Related and Other Natural Disasters
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Introduction
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General Weather Information
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Drought and Water Conservation
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Earthquakes
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Floods
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Heat Waves
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Hurricanes/Tropical Storms
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Landslides
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Thunderstorms
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Tornadoes
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Tsunamis
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Volcanoes
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Wildfires
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Winter Storms
Section 4 - The Threat of Terrorism
Section 5 - Mass Trauma and Explosive Events
Section 6 - Biological Emergencies
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Introduction
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Immediate Medical Response Information
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Quick Reference Guides
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Key Points About Bioterrorism
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Key Medical Resources
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Reporting Safety and Security Concerns
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Additional Resources
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Management of Exposed Victims
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Hospital and Community Preparedness for Disease Outbreaks
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Suggested Reading List
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Section 7 - Chemical Emergencies
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Introduction
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Immediate Medical Response Information
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Quick Reference Guides
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Key Points About Chemical Emergencies
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Key Medical Resources
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Reporting Safety and Security Concerns
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Additional Resources
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Personal and Family Protection from Chemical Disasters
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Management of Exposed Victims
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Suggested Reading List
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Section 8 - Radiation Emergencies
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Introduction
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Immediate Medical Response Information
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Quick Reference Guides
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Key Points About Radiation Emergencies
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Key Medical Resources
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Reporting Safety and Security Concerns
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Additional Resources
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General Information and Fact Sheets
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Management of Exposed Victims
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Hospital and Community Preparedness for Radiation Disasters
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Suggested Reading List
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Section 9 - Meeting the Mental Health Needs of Victims, Families, and Responders
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Introduction
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Key Elements for Addressing Psychosocial Effects of Disaster
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Meeting the Mental Health Needs of Children
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Meeting the Mental Health Needs of Adult Victims and Emergency Responders
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Suggested Reading List
Section 10 - Education and Training Opportunities
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Introduction
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Selected Courses and Training Programs
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National Disaster Life Support™ Program
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Section 11 - Organizational Links
- Federal Agencies
- International Resources
- Professional and Advocacy Organizations
- Academic Centers
