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Region 6 Healthcare Coalition Press Release 11/16/2022
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MDHHS releases a short video for the SPRN program
Michigan's Special Pathogens Response Network has gone through many changes in the past decade. Watch the video below to see what is new and how the Michigan SPRN network works.
FEMA Region 5 for Kids Education Workgroup releases their disaster readiness series to provide tips for families of children and youth with special healthcare needs
.We are excited to share the Be Ready: Disaster Readiness Series to provide tips for families of children and youth with special healthcare needs.
Please use the links and information provided below to learn more...
Families with children and youth with disabilities and medical needs are known to be some of the most vulnerable in a disaster. These families have fewer resources, and they require both community and health care provider support to achieve readiness.
When these families are disaster ready, they are less likely to suffer adverse consequences and are more resilient. The following toolkit of videos and accompanying infographics for families and providers have been designed to meet to the diverse needs of the communities
Please use the links and information provided below to learn more...
- Video for Healthcare Providers - Children with Disabilities What Ever Healthcare Provider Needs to Know
- Video for Families - Be Ready: Tips for Families of Children and Youth with Disabilities & Medical Needs
- Resources - Be Ready Materials landing page on the EMS for Children Innovation and Improvement Center (EIIC Website).
Families with children and youth with disabilities and medical needs are known to be some of the most vulnerable in a disaster. These families have fewer resources, and they require both community and health care provider support to achieve readiness.
When these families are disaster ready, they are less likely to suffer adverse consequences and are more resilient. The following toolkit of videos and accompanying infographics for families and providers have been designed to meet to the diverse needs of the communities