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Coronavirus Update: FDA Approves First COVID-19 Treatment for Young Children

Domestic Preparedness April 28, 2022

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration expanded the approval of the COVID-19 treatment Veklury (remdesivir) to include pediatric patients 28 days of age and older weighing at least 3 kilograms (about 7 pounds) with positive results of direct SARS-CoV-2 viral testing. This action makes Veklury the first approved COVID-19 treatment

HHS’s New Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Benefit Resources Will Help People Seeking Care to Better Understand Their Rights

Domestic Preparedness April 28, 2022

The Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act of 2008 requires most health plans or health insurers that offer coverage for mental health conditions or substance use disorders to make these benefits comparable to those offered for medical and surgical benefits. This means that deductibles, copays, out-of-pocket maximums, and treatment

Updated Information on Availability and Use of Treatments for Outpatients with Mild to Moderate COVID-19 Who are at Increased Risk for Severe Outcomes of COVID-19

Domestic Preparedness April 28, 2022

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is issuing this Health Alert Network Health Advisory to update healthcare providers, public health departments, and the public about the availability and use of recommended therapies for COVID-19 and to advise against using unproven treatments that have known or potential harms for outpatients

April 2022

Domestic Preparedness April 27, 2022

Featured in this issue: Editor Note: Overcoming Challenges – Do Not Skip Steps, by Catherine L. Feinman; A Growing Threat to Healthcare and Other Facilities, by Rodney Andreasen; Securing & Protecting the Nation’s Cybersecurity Infrastructure, by Chandler Lofland & Raymond Walker; Best Practice: Auxilliary Radios for Healthcare Facilities, by Ashleigh

DHS S&T Awards $259M to Counter – Unmanned Aircraft System Threats

Domestic Preparedness April 22, 2022

The Department of Homeland Security Science and Technology Directorate awarded $259M to the U.S. Department of Defense to assist in the acquisition of technical services, in support of S&T’s Counter-Unmanned System Threats efforts. Under this contract, complex research and development activities will be performed to fight off new threats from

International Hazardous Materials Response Teams Conference

Domestic Preparedness April 19, 2022

For over 30 years, the International Hazardous Materials Response Teams Conference has offered informative sessions and unique hands-on training designed to tackle the most pressing hazmat issues at all levels of experience. At this event, participants can expect to get hands-on training across a range of essential topics.

New Satellite-Based Imagery Technology to Help Coast Guard Warn Ships of Icebergs in the North Atlantic

Domestic Preparedness April 14, 2022

The Department of Homeland Security Science and Technology Directorate is developing new technology to help the Coast Guard improve maritime safety and navigation in the North Atlantic Ocean. When complete, Project Titanic will fuse satellite-based Synthetic Aperture Radar imagery with ship reporting systems to detect, identify, and report iceberg locations

Statement of U.S. Customs and Border Protection Commissioner Chris Magnus Concerning Title 42

Domestic Preparedness April 11, 2022

U.S. Customs and Border Protection Commissioner Chris Magnus announced specific actions being taken to address the termination of Title 42 public health order. Click here to read this statement in full.

Statement of U.S. Customs and Border Protection Commissioner Chris Magnus Concerning Title 42

Domestic Preparedness April 11, 2022

International Code Council Applauds U.S. House Passage of the Resilient AMERICA Act

Domestic Preparedness April 8, 2022

Tuesday, April 4, 2022, the U.S. House of Representatives overwhelmingly passed the Resilient Assistance for Mitigation for Environmentally Resilient Infrastructure and Construction by Americans Act.

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Article Out Loud – National Preparedness Efforts Among Tribal Communities

October 11, 2023

Participants at the National Tribal Emergency Management Council’s annual conference in August shared some key takeaways for tribal and nontribal communities to improve their disaster preparedness efforts. Understanding the concerns and challenges is essential.

Article Out Loud – Emerging Technologies, Part 1 – Information and Communication

October 11, 2023

This is Part 1 of a five-part series on emerging technologies that can enhance the management of and response to future emergencies and disasters. This part focuses on an all-hazards emergency management approach and information and communication technologies.

Article Out Loud – Technology vs. Good Planning & Training

October 11, 2023

There is no single solution to cybersecurity concerns. Technology is advancing, but this 2015 article reminds everyone that nothing can replace solid planning and training.

Article Out Loud – Gap Analysis – A Long and Winding Process

October 11, 2023

Public health and healthcare must determine their ability to respond to potential threats. This 2008 article explains how they can work together to identify gaps that, under current conditions, may not be met.

Article Out Loud – Water and Wastewater Sector Perspectives

October 4, 2023

The Water and Wastewater Systems Sector is one of 16 sectors identified as critical infrastructure under the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency. Domestic Preparedness invited a subject matter expert to answer questions about this sector, including how the sector and its interdependencies can affect any community.

Article Out Loud – Disaster Preparedness & Response Require Having Faith

October 4, 2023

This 2015 article touches on what can be learned from and implemented into faith-based organizations to provide greater community resilience and ensure the safety of attendees on a regular basis.

Article Out Loud – FINAL REPORT: Preparedness Goals Associated with the Nuclear Threat

October 4, 2023

In 2011 and 2012, Domestic Preparedness conducted a nationwide survey followed by an executive briefing to discuss preparedness gaps and goals associated with a nuclear threat. Some gaps still exist.

Article Out Loud – COVID-19 – Emergency Plans and Readiness Exercises

October 4, 2023

During the COVID-19 pandemic, plans’ failures had little to do with the genomic sequence of the virus and more about what these plans were not: familiar, equitable and inclusive, interconnected and scalable, clear and actionable, and resilient.

Article Out Loud – Reducing Workplace Violence in Healthcare Facilities

September 26, 2023

Violence in healthcare facilities significantly challenges patients, providers, support staff, visitors, and first responders. However, healthcare-specific information and tools can help protect staff, patients, and others in these facilities.

Article Out Loud – Planning for a Cross-Country Special Event

September 26, 2023

A solar eclipse is a unique form of special event that does not always fall under emergency planning protocols, but it should. This article urges preparedness professionals to collaborate with eclipse planning committees to ensure the safety and security of all those involved.

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Coronavirus Update: FDA Approves First COVID-19 Treatment for Young Children

HHS’s New Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Benefit Resources Will Help People Seeking Care to Better Understand Their Rights

Updated Information on Availability and Use of Treatments for Outpatients with Mild to Moderate COVID-19 Who are at Increased Risk for Severe Outcomes of COVID-19

April 2022

DHS S&T Awards $259M to Counter – Unmanned Aircraft System Threats

International Hazardous Materials Response Teams Conference

New Satellite-Based Imagery Technology to Help Coast Guard Warn Ships of Icebergs in the North Atlantic

Statement of U.S. Customs and Border Protection Commissioner Chris Magnus Concerning Title 42

Statement of U.S. Customs and Border Protection Commissioner Chris Magnus Concerning Title 42

International Code Council Applauds U.S. House Passage of the Resilient AMERICA Act

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Article Out Loud – National Preparedness Efforts Among Tribal Communities

Article Out Loud – Emerging Technologies, Part 1 – Information and Communication

Article Out Loud – Technology vs. Good Planning & Training

Article Out Loud – Gap Analysis – A Long and Winding Process

Article Out Loud – Water and Wastewater Sector Perspectives

Article Out Loud – Disaster Preparedness & Response Require Having Faith

Article Out Loud – FINAL REPORT: Preparedness Goals Associated with the Nuclear Threat

Article Out Loud – COVID-19 – Emergency Plans and Readiness Exercises

Article Out Loud – Reducing Workplace Violence in Healthcare Facilities

Article Out Loud – Planning for a Cross-Country Special Event

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