Disaster Preparedness
Disasters can happen anywhere and at any moment. Northern and Central California has experienced multiple wildfires in recent years resulting in many lost lives, injuries and destroyed homes. Earthquakes, floods and gun violence are other real threats to our communities. Children are especially vulnerable because they are more likely to get sick or severely injured, they may not be able to take care of themselves and have less capacity to understand and recover from disaster-related mental stress.
One clear way to mitigate the effects of disasters is to prepare for them. We have assembled resources in the space below to help pediatrician help families prepare for disasters; and help themselves and their practices. Please do remember that the best way to prepare is to practice by developing plans, assembling supplies and participating in drills. If you would like to join chapter efforts to better prepare children, families, pediatricians and communities, please let us know.