5 State-Level Preparedness Resources for HCC Partners

8/1/2017

For those looking for more State-specific resources, we've compiled a list of 5 state-level resources for emergency preparedness planning and response. This list is not conclusive, but is meant to give partners additional resources to help meet their needs. For more state-level information, we invite you to explore the links on the following pages:

Division of Emergency Preparedness & Response

From the DEPR website: The Division of Emergency Preparedness & Response (DEPR) is the emergency preparedness and response arm of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. The division serves to protect the health of Michigan citizens before, during and after an emergency through the integration of public health and medical preparedness initiatives and by leveraging diverse partnerships. DEPR maintains a dual role in both preparedness planning and in emergency response. These activities encompass all hazards, including natural and man-made disasters, acts of bioterrorism, infectious disease outbreaks and other emergencies that impact the health of the public.

MDHHS- Bureau of Laboratories

The Bureau of Laboratories section of the MDHHS website offers a long list of resources and information, including, but not limited to: Laboratory Services Guide, Outreach, Specimen Submission, Guidelines for Labs, Regional Labs, Communications, Training, and Biomonitoring Opportunities.

Michigan Emerging Disease Issues

This website is devoted to information on emerging diseases with regard to topics from Agriculture to Zika Virus. Here you will be able to find everything from tips and resources, to data, statistics, and maps, to treatment and prevention.

Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs

From the Bureau of Community and Health Systems section of the LARA website: The Bureau of Community and Health Systems performs state licensing and federal certification regulatory duties as required by state and federal laws. The bureau programs are designed to protect the health, safety and welfare of individuals receiving care and services through various covered licensed/certified provider types. Activities include issuance of state licenses, routine inspections, complaint investigations, enforcement of state and federal requirements, and a host of other regulatory activities. The bureau covers more than 20 various provider types.

Michigan State Police

From the Michigan State Police website: The Michigan State Police, Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division (MSP/EMHSD) is responsible for coordinating state and federal resources to assist local government in response and relief activities in the event of an emergency or disaster, as well as coordinating homeland security initiatives and various federal grants.

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