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🌍 Is your hospital prepared for the next public health emergency? In this Chair File, Dr. Joanne Conroy of the American Hospital Association explores the role of hospitals during emergencies like pandemics and natural disasters. Learn more about the CLEAR initiative’s resources that help healthcare teams prepare and respond effectively to future crises. 📖 Read more: https://lnkd.in/ez9yQFDN #EmergencyPreparedness #HealthcareResilience #PublicHealth #AHA #DisasterResponse #CLEARInitiative

🛡 Enhancing Preparation and Response for Public Health Emergencies 🛡 Hospitals and health systems are on the front lines during emergencies such as natural disasters, pandemics, and cyberattacks. In this Chair File, Dr. Joanne M. Conroy, MD, Chair of the American Hospital Association, highlights the importance of preparedness and the AHA’s role in equipping hospitals to respond effectively to public health crises. Explore the resources from AHA’s Convening Leaders for Emergency and Response (CLEAR) initiative, designed to strengthen collaboration and build resilience across healthcare teams. 🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/ez9yQFDN #HealthcareLeadership #EmergencyPreparedness #PublicHealth #AHA #DisasterResponse #CLEARInitiative

https://lnkd.in/ewUY_r8V The WA State COVID-19 Pandemic After Action Review Task Force is complete and available for public review. This task force was commissioned by the Washington State Legislature to conduct a review of the state response activities while documenting the disparate impacts across racial, economic, cultural and geographical communities and to provide recommendations for the future. I was honored to have been appointed to this task force by Gov Inslee and to have worked with so many dedicated people during the process. I learned a great deal and hope this report will help future emergency responses. Some of the key takeaways: • Continue to build on the relationships the state created during the COVID-19 pandemic, especially between emergency management and public health. • Identify sustainable state funding that can continue successful initiatives the state implemented during the COVID-19 pandemic. These initiatives often supported communities in need. • Address the disparities that COVID-19 highlighted and integrate them into future emergency planning for response and recovery. This work must be applicable to all hazards for our state to prepare for, identify, and respond to the needs of all communities in a more equitable and sensitive manner. • Integrate response equity strategies that support all communities across each phase of emergency management planning. • Invest in community collaboration opportunities that engage vulnerable and underserved communities so that we further expand the “Whole of Community” planning philosophy #publichealth #covid

The updated WHO Benchmarks for Strengthening Health Emergency Capacities expanded to include public health and social measures (PHSM) The updated WHO Benchmarks for Strengthening Health Emergency Capacities was published to support the implementation of the International Health Regulations (IHR) and the health emergency prevention, preparedness, response and resilience capacities. Taking on board the lessons from the COVID-19 pandemic and other recent health emergencies, the benchmarks expanded to reflect closer alignment with  International Health Regulations 2005 (IHR) monitoring and evaluation framework, the  health systems for health security framework, disaster risk management, and the health emergency prevention, preparedness, response and resilience (HEPR) framework.  https://lnkd.in/gAMYwgsp)

How do we shield our communities from natural hazards? Read our latest article by Raphael M. Barishansky and Andrew D. Pickett on integrating public health strategies in emergency responses. #publichealth #emergencypreparedness #naturalhazards https://lnkd.in/e-XfxgM3 Raphael M. Barishansky, DrPH Andrew D. Pickett

Navigating Public Health Crises: How SiRcom's Mass Notification Solutions Enhance Community Safety In times of public health crises, rapid communication and coordinated response are critical. SiRcom's Mass Notification Solutions, including SiSA and advanced sirens, play a pivotal role in safeguarding communities. These technologies enable instant dissemination of vital information, from pandemic updates to emergency evacuations, ensuring timely alerts reach everyone who needs them. Discover how SiRcom is revolutionizing public health emergency management: https://lnkd.in/diHxcXqC Together, let's strengthen community resilience and safety with innovative mass notification technology. #SiRcom #PublicHealth #EmergencyManagement #CommunitySafety #SiRcom #Innovation #HealthSecurity

Are You Prepared for a Health Emergency?  Empower yourself and your community by being prepared for health emergencies. Check out this comprehensive guide in IG Living's February-March 2024 issue. Learn key steps to take, from emergency planning to supporting vulnerable populations. Emergency? https://lnkd.in/gGgkeWRh #IGLiving #PrimaryImmunodeficiency #chronicillness #HealthPreparedness #EmergencyResponse

It's always interesting to read the Ready or Not report, an annual assessment of national and state public health preparedness based on key performance indicators. #preparedness #publichealth https://lnkd.in/dRPYFS63

The The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine Forum on Medical and Public Health Preparedness for Disasters and Emergencies will host a public workshop July 8-9, 2024 to explore opportunities to support the capacity of Indigenous American and Tribal communities to prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters and public health emergencies. Workshop participants will share stories of strength and resilience, highlight tools and best practices, and identify priorities and gaps where partners can strengthen and support the capacities and capabilities of Indigenous American and Tribal communities. Workshop discussions will examine public health authorities and agreements, innovative research collaborations with Indigenous American and Tribal communities, data sovereignty, and data governance within the context of disasters and public health emergencies. https://lnkd.in/e9HDrdZc

A chilling new report from Trust for America's Health about the continuing gaps in our preparedness for emergencies. States are unevenly resourced and some lack key policies that would protect the public. The report also paints a frightening picture of what we might expect as climate-related emergencies increase. And as the COVID money runs out there will be more and more deficiencies. Do we have to wait for the next major emergency to plug the holes? Only paying attention when an emergency occurs leads to illness, injury and death that could have been prevented.