News & Updates
The Pediatric Readiness Portal
January 2017 UPDATE:
The Pediatric Readiness Assessment portal (www.pedsready.org) will remain open to allow hospitals to take the assessment as many times as they would like for QI purposes. This new capability will be available in early 2017. BETP appreciates the support of so many hospitals who have taken a special interest in this project to improve emergency care for children. If there are any questions about the assessment, please contact Justin Allen, EMS for Children Coordinator at[email protected] or 517-335-5860.
The Pediatric Readiness Assessment portal (www.pedsready.org) will remain open to allow hospitals to take the assessment as many times as they would like for QI purposes. This new capability will be available in early 2017. BETP appreciates the support of so many hospitals who have taken a special interest in this project to improve emergency care for children. If there are any questions about the assessment, please contact Justin Allen, EMS for Children Coordinator at[email protected] or 517-335-5860.
The Assessment Portal Pediatric Readiness may be found at: http://www.pediatricreadiness.org. All regions should encourage their Pediatric Champions to take the survey. The assessment will be open for approximately 10 months, and will close at the end of August 2016. This assessment uses the same interface as in 2013-14; ED personnel can select their state and county in which their hospital is located. If a hospital’s name does not appear in the portal, it can be added by following the instructions provided on the website http://www.pedsready.org.
Upon completion of the assessment, respondents will receive an electronic gap analysis report containing their new Readiness Score, compared to their 2013-14 Readiness Score (if applicable), as well as a breakdown of the overall scoring. During this time period every hospital can complete the assessment one time and receive their new Readiness Score.
Upon completion of the assessment, respondents will receive an electronic gap analysis report containing their new Readiness Score, compared to their 2013-14 Readiness Score (if applicable), as well as a breakdown of the overall scoring. During this time period every hospital can complete the assessment one time and receive their new Readiness Score.
Pediatrics Newsletter from FEMA
FEMA's Children and Disasters Newsletter has several excellent articles. Below is the link to the January 2016 edition:
http://www.fema.gov/media-library-data/1452106497809-3ad2ae575c65b2f971427f40965cb5ea/January_Children_and_Disasters_Newsletter_508.pdf
The link to 2015 issues: http://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/106248#
To subscribe to FEMA updates and newsletters (including the Pediatrics newsletter), please visit:https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDHSFEMA/subscriber/new?pop=t&topic_id=USDHSFEMA_208
http://www.fema.gov/media-library-data/1452106497809-3ad2ae575c65b2f971427f40965cb5ea/January_Children_and_Disasters_Newsletter_508.pdf
The link to 2015 issues: http://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/106248#
To subscribe to FEMA updates and newsletters (including the Pediatrics newsletter), please visit:https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDHSFEMA/subscriber/new?pop=t&topic_id=USDHSFEMA_208
PEDIATRIC DISASTER PREPAREDNESS TOOLBOX
Links & Resources
EMS for Children- Pre-Hospital and Hospital Pediatric Champion Resources
Emergency Medical Services for Children (EMRC) Resources
NEBRASKA CENTER FOR PREPAREDNESS EDUCATION PEDIATRIC RESOURCES POSTED
The Nebraska Center for Preparedness Education has posted information on their website highlighting pediatric preparedness resources (below). The information covers a wide variety of topics and could be very beneficial to pediatric practices. The Nebraska Center for Preparedness Education is a collaboration between Creighton University School of Medicine and University of Nebraska Medical Center. If interested in receiving newsletters, please sign up at http://www.preped.org/. If there are any questions, contact Lauren at [email protected] or 517-335-8287.
3-21-16 Pediatric Preparedness Resources.pdf
3-21-16 Pediatric Preparedness Resources.pdf
PEDIATRIC MENTAL HEALTH IN DISASTERS
NATIONAL PEDIATRIC DISASTER COALITION
Pediatric Response Issues in a Disaster (Power POint)
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CHILDCARE AWARE NEWS ROOM: HEALTH AND SAFETY
AAP CHILDREN & DISASTERS POWERPOINTS
WEBINAR RECORDING: Say What? The Ins and Outs of Communicating in a Disaster
Please click the PDF file below for more information on this recorded webinar.
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3 Ways to Prepare Society for the Next Pandemic
From the National Pediatric Disaster Coalition
Data…Drills…and Defense…There is hope if we collaborate and standardize, a powerful 13-minute TED Talk by Jennifer Nuzzo. She is an infectious disease epidemiologist. This presentation was featured on the TED Talk home page.
https://www.ted.com/talks/jennifer_b_nuzzo_3_ways_to_prepare_society_for_the_next_pandemic?utm_campaign=tedspread&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=tedcomshare
Data…Drills…and Defense…There is hope if we collaborate and standardize, a powerful 13-minute TED Talk by Jennifer Nuzzo. She is an infectious disease epidemiologist. This presentation was featured on the TED Talk home page.
https://www.ted.com/talks/jennifer_b_nuzzo_3_ways_to_prepare_society_for_the_next_pandemic?utm_campaign=tedspread&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=tedcomshare
Navigating COVID-19 Resources for Pregnant and Postpartum Families.
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Navigating COVID-19 Resources for Pregnant and Postpartum Families. https://hmhbga.org/education/toolkits-reports/
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A New Toolkit for Pregnant Families and New Parents from the CDC
It is worth checking out with an extraordinary compendium of resources. Most resources in English and Spanish. Guidance, Social Media, Videos, PSA’s, Recorded Webinars are available. The link to the information is:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/communication/toolkits/pregnant-people-and-new-parents.html.
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/communication/toolkits/pregnant-people-and-new-parents.html.
Pediatric Emergency and Advocacy Kit (PEAK) Resources- Pain and Procedural Sedation
EMSC Innovation and Improvement Center (EIIC)
EMSC Innovation and Improvement Center (EIIC) is sharing new resources developed for the next Pediatric Emergency and Advocacy Kit (PEAK) on the topics of Pain and Procedural Sedation. Please share with pediatric partners to review the resources to help ensure each PEAK is comprehensive, high-quality, and patient-centered. The link is: https://yalesurvey.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bqmtoNNb6FhSSge
EMSC Innovation and Improvement Center (EIIC) is sharing new resources developed for the next Pediatric Emergency and Advocacy Kit (PEAK) on the topics of Pain and Procedural Sedation. Please share with pediatric partners to review the resources to help ensure each PEAK is comprehensive, high-quality, and patient-centered. The link is: https://yalesurvey.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bqmtoNNb6FhSSge
From the EMS for Children Innovation and Improvement Center a Checklist for Pediatric Preparedness
Make sure your community hospitals have this pediatric disaster checklist to position them for success! This checklist is an update to the original 2014 checklist. It is intended as a tool to help hospital administrators and emergency management leadership incorporate essential pediatric considerations into existing hospital disaster policies.
Checklist of Essential Pediatric Domains and Considerations for Every Hospital’s Disaster Preparedness Policies
Checklist of Essential Pediatric Domains and Considerations for Every Hospital’s Disaster Preparedness Policies
Literature
Adolescents' Exposure to Disasters and Substance Use
M. Schiff & L. Fang, Current Psychiatry Reports, June 2016
This paper reviews the impact of exposure to man-made or natural disasters on adolescent substance use. It covers empirical studies published from 2005 to 2015 concerning (a) the scope of the problem, (b) vulnerable groups and risk and protective factors, and (c) evidence-based interventions. The review suggests a strong link between adolescent substance use and exposure to either man-made or natural disaster. Vulnerable groups include adolescents with previous exposure to traumatic events, living in areas that are continually exposed to disasters, and ethnic minorities. Risk and protective factors at the individual, familial, community, and societal levels are described based on the bioecological model of mass trauma.
Learn More>>
This paper reviews the impact of exposure to man-made or natural disasters on adolescent substance use. It covers empirical studies published from 2005 to 2015 concerning (a) the scope of the problem, (b) vulnerable groups and risk and protective factors, and (c) evidence-based interventions. The review suggests a strong link between adolescent substance use and exposure to either man-made or natural disaster. Vulnerable groups include adolescents with previous exposure to traumatic events, living in areas that are continually exposed to disasters, and ethnic minorities. Risk and protective factors at the individual, familial, community, and societal levels are described based on the bioecological model of mass trauma.
Learn More>>
FEMA Children & Disasters January 2017 Newsletter
Notable subject matter from the FEMA Children & Disasters January 2017 Newsletter:
- FROM THE FIELD | Students Build Shelter for Credit
High school seniors at Neah-Kah-Nie High School (NKNHS) in Rockaway Beach, OR, recently built an emergency supplies shed and shelter for the Tillamook County Public Works Department (PWD). The 10-foot by 14-foot structure will be used as shelter for disaster relief responders in Tillamook and Umatilla Counties, helping to add to community resilience. - National Webinar Emphasizes Tribal Preparedness
Hailey Starr is a member of FEMA’s Youth Preparedness Council (YPC) from FEMA Region 10 in the Pacific Northwest. Hailey was motivated to participate in National American Indian Heritage Month. She recently presented during the webinar “Celebrating National Native American Heritage Month” as part of the regularly hosted Community Preparedness webinar on November 30, 2016. Starr, of the Muckleshoot Tribe, is serving her second year on the YPC. - Promoting Preparedness through “ePrep” Fair
Divakar Saini is a high school student in Palo Alto, CA. Divakar is also a co-chair of the FEMA’s Youth Preparedness Council, representing FEMA Region 9. He recently worked with his local Office of Emergency Services to host an Emergency Preparedness & Home Safety Fair at Addison Elementary School. Coordinating with school officials and emergency services volunteers, Saini organized an event to encourage younger kids to learn about disaster response in their community. - Help Children Cope With Traumatic Events These resources provide information on how to help children cope with trauma and disasters, taking into account that differences in age and development make a difference in what children understand and how they respond to a situation.
- Foster Positive Interactions in Young Children This kit was created to strengthen the response for young children caught in conflict or emergencies and contains materials to help children develop skills for thinking, speaking, feeling, and interacting with others.
- Help Schools Prepare for Emergencies This website compiles a variety of resources addressing emergency and disaster preparedness for K-12 schools.
Grand Rounds Presentation—Zika and Infants: A Primer
From the COCA Update Newsletter.
CDC developed slides and a facilitation guide about Zika virus for pediatricians that can be used for grand rounds and other presentations. This presentation covers the following topics:
CDC developed slides and a facilitation guide about Zika virus for pediatricians that can be used for grand rounds and other presentations. This presentation covers the following topics:
- Epidemiology, clinical manifestation, and clinical management of Zika
- CDC guidance on diagnosing and testing for Zika
- CDC guidance on treatment of infants with abnormalities consistent with congenital Zika syndrome
- Protecting infants and children from Zika
- CDC activities
