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Aug
25
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This summer has seen flooding, wildfires, severe storms, and mass shootings across the country, reminding us how important it is to be able to respond to unforeseen, traumatic events. NNLM is here to help. Join us online for a free disaster preparedness forum, September 12-28. We are partnering with a slate of experts to bring… Read More »
Posted in: Blog, Emergency Preparedness
Feb
16
0 comments Tags: Disaster Response, Environmental Disaster
With the recent train derailment and subsequent environmental impact in and near East Palestine OH, now is a good time to review a few resources regarding such disasters. National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences The National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) is expanding and accelerating its contributions to scientific knowledge of human health and… Read More »
Posted in: Blog, Emergency Preparedness
Nov
27
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It is not often that I get to summon forth the great Scottish poet, Robert Burns, but last month’s preconference continuing education classes at the Midwest Chapter of the Medical Library Association (MLA) Annual Conference brought his words to mind, often stated as, “The best-laid plans of mice and men often go awry”. Not only… Read More »
Posted in: Conferences and Meetings, Emergency Preparedness, From the GMR
Aug
02
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Are you interested in an amazing opportunity to learn to work with librarians, first responders, health professionals, and the public in emergencies for free? The Midwest Chapter of the Medical Library Association (MLA) invites you to attend special training in the field of disaster information and planning at the joint WHSLA*, SWHSL*, and Midwest Chapter… Read More »
Posted in: Conferences and Meetings, Emergency Preparedness, From the GMR, Funding, Public Health
Aug
25
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Although the GMR is more likely to face a tornado or a blizzard, our sister region, South Central (SCR), is preparing for the onslaught of Hurricane Harvey. NLM Disaster Information Research Center (DIMRC) offers the following information and resources: Hurricane Harvey is expected to be Category 3 when it hits land off the Gulf of Mexico,… Read More »
Posted in: Emergency Preparedness, General, NLM Resources