Disaster Stress: Coping Strategies When Life Gets Upended
Introduction Disasters—natural or manmade—can disrupt normal life, leaving emotional distress and uncertainty in their wake. Job loss, damaged homes, or displacement from communities can cause anxiety, fear, and sadness. Although the...
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Fentanyl Overdoses: Why They Happen Fast and How to Be Prepared
Introduction Fentanyl—a synthetic opioid up to 50 times stronger than heroin and 100 times stronger than morphine—has led to surging overdose rates worldwide. Because of its high potency and quick onset, using fentanyl in even small doses can...
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Community Emergency Response: Why You Should Know Your Neighborhood’s Plan
Introduction Natural disasters and emergencies—wildfires, floods, earthquakes, or pandemics—can strike any community with little warning. While individual preparedness (like having a go-bag) is crucial, collective readiness within your neighb...
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CERT Teams: How Community Emergency Response Training Empowers Citizens
Introduction When disasters strike—whether earthquakes, hurricanes, wildfires, or floods—professional responders can become overwhelmed by multiple calls for help. Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) programs equip regular citizens with ...
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911 Calls: Tips to Clearly Communicate in a Health Emergency
Introduction A health emergency—like a severe asthma attack, heart attack, or accident—often requires immediate professional help. The speed and clarity of your 911 call can significantly influence how fast responders arrive and how prepared ...
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