Telemedicine in Disasters: Seeing a Doctor When You Can’t Leave Home
Introduction In times of disaster—be it hurricanes, floods, fires, or pandemics—traditional healthcare can become less accessible. Hospitals and clinics may face closures or overcrowding, and residents may be stuck at home. Telemedic...
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Evacuation or Shelter-in-Place?: Making the Right Call in Emergencies
Introduction Disasters—such as hurricanes, wildfires, chemical spills, or floods—pose critical questions about safety. Should you stay at home and await further instructions, or take off to safer ground? The correct choice can differ for each...
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Naloxone (Narcan) 101: How to Reverse an Opioid Overdose and Save a Life
Introduction Opioid overdoses are a pressing public health concern. Whether they stem from prescription medications like oxycodone or illicit substances such as heroin and fentanyl, an overdose can be lethal in minutes. Naloxone (often s...
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PTSD After a Disaster: Recognizing Trauma Symptoms in Yourself and Others
Introduction Experiencing a disaster—be it a hurricane, earthquake, wildfire, or flood—can have enduring psychological effects. While initial shock or stress is common, some individuals develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), a conditi...
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Generators and Oxygen Machines: Backup Power for Medical Devices at Home
Introduction For individuals who rely on oxygen concentrators or other essential medical devices (e.g., CPAP, nebulizers), maintaining a stable power supply is vital. A sudden outage—due to storms, grid failures, or disasters—could jeopardize...
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