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Results 1 - 5 of 5 for Disaster preparedness
  1. Disaster Preparation and Recovery (National Library of Medicine)  
    Preparing for a disaster can reduce the fear, anxiety and losses that disasters cause. A disaster can be a natural disaster, like a hurricane, tornado, flood or ...
  2. Tsunamis (National Library of Medicine)  
    A tsunami is a series of huge ocean waves created by an underwater disturbance. Causes include earthquakes, landslides, volcanic eruptions, or meteorites-- ...
  3. Chemical Emergencies (National Library of Medicine)  
    When a hazardous chemical has been released, it may harm people's health. Chemical releases can be unintentional, as in the case of an industrial accident. ...
  4. Electrical Injuries (National Library of Medicine)  
    When you come in direct contact with electricity, it can pass through your body and cause injuries. These electrical injuries can be external or internal. ...
  5. Biodefense and Bioterrorism (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... and vaccinations. It also includes medical research and preparations to defend against bioterrorist attacks. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention