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Using Trauma-Informed Care to Guide Emergency Preparedness and Response

Image of the destruction left behind by Hurricane Irma

Exposure to a traumatic event or set of circumstances can negatively affect a person’s mental, physical, social, emotional or spiritual well-being for a long time after the initial incident. We know that not all individuals respond to trauma in the same way and we know that individuals with a history of trauma, especially childhood trauma, Read More >

July 9, 2018 by Amy Wolkin, DrPH, Vulnerable Population Officer, Office of Public Health Preparedness and Response, CDC; and Anita Everett, MD, Chief Medical Officer, SAMSHA8 Comments

General, natural disasters, response

emergency responders, mental health, psychological trauma, public health, trauma, trauma-informed care

4 Tips to Stay Healthy Around Your Pet

Father Reading Book With Son And Daughter And Pet Dog At Home

Pets, whether covered in fur, feathers, or scales, are an important part of our lives—most American households own at least one pet. Many people see their pet as a member of the family that brings joy and amusement to their life. But did you know that having a pet can even help improve your health? Read More >

May 7, 2018 by Casey Barton Behravesh, MS, DVM, DrPH, DACVPM, Director, One Health Office, National Center for Emerging and Zoonotic Infectious Diseases12 Comments

General, prevention, Vectorborne

animals, handwashing, healthy pets, national pet week, pet week, pets, public health, zoonotic

Prepare to be patriotic!

Young blonde boy carrying an American Flag over a wooden Bridge.

The 4th of July is a day to celebrate Uncle Sam, enjoy the summer weather, and spend time with family and friends. Keep these five things in mind as you plan your 4th of July celebration. Prevent fireworks injuries Fireworks can cause death and injury, including burns, cuts, bruises, and foreign objects in your eyes. Read More >

June 30, 2017 by Blog Administrator3 Comments

General, preparedness

4th of July, drowning, extreme heat, fireworks, food safety, Independence Day, mosquito, public health, summer

June is National Safety Month – Stand up to Falls

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June brings summer to our doorstep, along with National Safety Month. This year’s theme encourages us to “Keep Each Other Safe.” One of the best ways to keep each other safe is to “Stand Up to Falls.” Adults 65 and older are the most vulnerable for falls and falls are the number one cause of Read More >

June 5, 2017 by Blog Administrator4 Comments

General, Injury, PHPR: Health Security in Action, preparedness, response

Baby Boomers, Death, Fall injuries, Falls, Family, Friends, High Risk, Injuries, Keep Moving, Make Your Home Safe, National Safety Month, Neighbors, Older adult falls, public health, Seniors, Speak Up, Stand Up to Falls

Why Diarrhea & Swimming Don’t Mix

The summer swim season is here, and millions of Americans will be flocking to local pools for fun in the sun and exercise. However, swimming, like any form of exercise, does not come without health risks. The good news is that we can all take a few simple but effective steps to help keep Read More >

May 30, 2017 by Michele Hlavsa4 Comments

General, preparedness

diarrhea, drowning, exercise, Germs, Healthy, public health, Safe, summer, sunborn, Swim, swim diapers, swimming, water, Waterborne, Week

Think it’s a stroke? 4 reasons it’s better to call 9-1-1 than drive yourself to the hospital

Posted May 22, 2017 by Lieutenant Commander Erika Odom, Ph.D., M.S., United States Public Health Service Stroke—also called a “brain attack”—can happen to anyone at any time. On average one American dies from stroke every 4 minutes. Most strokes happen when blood flow to the brain is blocked, causing brain cells to die. Stroke is Read More >

May 23, 2017 by Blog Administrator2 Comments

General, PHPR: Health Security in Action, preparedness

911, blood clot, emergency, heart rate, hospital, public health, stroke

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