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Emergency Preparedness
Trauma resulting from emergency situations, such as acts of terrorism or natural disasters, affects us all, directly or indirectly, and can be devastating. (Source: National Center for Trauma-Informed Care brochure). It is essential that the behavioral healthcare system build capacities to aggressively respond to the immediate and longer-term behavioral health care needs of those adversely impacted by traumatic events. The Ohio Department of Mental Health (ODMH) collaborates with its partners to develop strategies to meet the behavioral health care needs of Ohioans -- during emergencies or after traumatic experiences.
Are you prepared? September is National Preparedness Month
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's annual campaign is designed to educate and empower Americans to prepare for, respond to, recover from and rebuild from any major incident or emergency, including a man made or natural disaster, pandemic or extended power outage. Visit the ReadyOhio web site for more information. The Ohio EMA Kids site also has information and games to help children learn about the natural disasters that affect Ohio.
H1N1 Flu Information (Swine Flu)
Get the latest information about the H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu) from the Ohio Pandemic Flu Web site, the National Pandemic Flu Web site and these documents:
Key Facts About H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu)
Antiviral Drugs and H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu)
H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu) Guidance for Clinicians
H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu) and You
Somali Community Access Network Factsheet on H1N1 Influenza (Somali version or English version)
Specific Topics
Pandemic Flu
Pandemic Influenza: The Behavioral Effects
Ohio Pandemic Flu Web site
Avian Flu
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Avian Flu Web site
Natural disasters
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Frequently Asked Disaster Assistance Questions
The Psychology of Hurricane Gustav (Fox News)