Articles

A Child’s Health is the Public’s Health
Preparing for unexpected events is an important part of keeping children safe and healthy all year long.
(Published: November 5, 2018)

Keeping Kids Safe
Protecting your child during the school day is as easy as A-B-C.
(Published: September 10, 2018)

Returning to School After a Disaster: Tips to Help Your Students Cope
Teachers have an important role to play in helping children both prepare for and recover after a public health emergency.
(Published: August 2, 2018)

Your Child Is At Risk for Mental Health Issues After a Disaster
Learn the signs of children’s mental stress to help them cope after a disaster.
(Published: May 7, 2018)

Schools and Childcare – Preparing for the Unexpected
Because an emergency can happen anywhere and at any time, it is important that schools and childcare providers prepare to protect the children in their care.
(Published: September 18, 2017)

Pediatrics and Public Health: Working Together to Prepare for Emergencies
Did you know that one in four people in the United States are children? Children represent a considerable portion of our population and they are among our nation’s most vulnerable citizens. When a public health emergency or disaster strikes, children are often the most severely affected.
(Published: July 21, 2017)

Planning for Kids: Preparedness and Pediatrics
The specific needs of children during planning for natural, accidental, and intentional disasters has become a national priority.
(Published: March 7, 2016)

The Importance of Including Children in Emergency Preparedness
As a child care provider, by including children’s needs and children themselves in preparedness planning, you can help yourself and the children in your care be as ready as possible for an unexpected public health emergency.
(Published: May 4, 2017)