Today, state and local health departments must be ready to handle many different types of emergencies that threaten the health and safety of families, communities, and the nation. CDC’s public health preparedness and response expertise is essential to supporting the nation’s ability to respond to expected, unexpected, and unimaginable threats.
Communities can prepare for emergencies like natural disasters and disease outbreaks through planning and by training individuals in emergency response. It’s also important to prepare for medical emergencies, like cardiac arrests or serious injuries.
In addition, making sure people are prepared for disease outbreaks and have evacuation plans for natural disasters is key to helping them stay safe. And providing accurate, complete information can help people take steps to protect themselves during emergencies.
To make sure you and your family and friends are prepared for any situation click on the link below:
Plan Ahead for Disasters | Ready.gov
Downloadable Brochure:
US HHS Website for Public Health Emergency Preparedness Information