Emergency Preparedness and Response
"Did You Know?" is a weekly feature from the Office for State, Tribal, Local and Territorial Support to inform your prevention activities. We invite you to read, share, and take action!
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December 14, 2012
- Global Disease Detection (GDD) Regional Centers help host countries build on-the-ground capacity to detect deadly outbreaks in accordance with International Health Regulations.
- GDD Regional Centers supported 242 outbreak responses [PDF-5.6MB] across 20 countries in five continents last year, most within a span of 24 hours.
- CDC’s global health videos highlight our work with partners around the world to control health threats and protect the health of Americans at home and abroad.
September 14, 2012
- Older adults are at greater risk for illness and death [PDF-354KB] during an emergency.
- During National Preparedness Month, states and communities can review their emergency preparedness plans to ensure they meet the needs of vulnerable older adults.
- New CDC resources are available that can assist states and communities in planning for the needs of the elderly.
August 12, 2011
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An estimated 240,000 water main breaks occur each year in the United States, many of which result in boil water advisories to ensure safe drinking water.
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The newly released Drinking Water Advisory Communication Toolbox can help you plan for, develop, implement, and evaluate drinking water advisories.
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Water advisories also impact hospitals and health care facilities. See CDC's guidance for health care facilities [PDF-2.7MB] to maintain continued operations in the event of a water advisory.
July 1, 2011
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Up to six major hurricanes are predicted for 2011: get prepared and be informed.
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Only 44% of American households have an emergency plan; health departments play a role in providing localized emergency response resources.
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Social media can reach millions to share timely and credible preparedness information.
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