Category: Mental Health and First Aid
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Flooding Recovery Resources
If you or someone you know has been affected by the recent flooding in the Texas Hill Country, the following resources are available to help guide the recovery process.
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Disaster Supplies and Tips for Individuals with Diabetes
Medicines and Medical Supplies Have at least a 2-week supply of daily essentials, supplies, and medicines: Insulin pump supplies, including: Important Information to Have on Hand Food and Water Supplies to Have on Hand Additional Tips Feel free to adjust the above list to meet your specific needs. — Download, save or print this resource before…
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4-H & Youth
Disasters can cause children to experience many different feelings, especially fear and sadness. Allowing children to actively participate in a family disaster plan is an excellent way to build their confidence and may help them cope better with their feelings in the event of a disaster. Patriotism Through Preparedness: Additional Resources:
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Community Risk Assessment, FCH, Flood and Stormwater Mitigation, Mental Health and First Aid, Response and Recovery
Household Hazards
We think of our homes as being a safe haven for our families, but all homes have hidden dangers that may pose a health risk. The following resources provide information on the sources of household hazards and how to reduce these dangers in your home. Additional Resources:
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Biological Diseases & Agents
Biological diseases and agents can be used by terrorists when targeting people. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has outlined such threats into six categories that are determined by their ease of accessibility and rate of mortality. Many of the biological diseases and agents listed have links to fact sheets that discuss their characteristics.…
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Disease & Epidemic
Many diseases occur naturally in animals and humans. Health care professionals and veterinarians are constantly on alert for patterns or spread of certain diseases because they can create epidemics. Unfortunately, not all diseases are spread naturally. 2019 Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) Anthrax Flu ( Influenza or Human Flu ) Influenza (Avian Flu) Influenza (Swine Flu) Isolation…
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After the Flood: Emotional Distress and How to Manage It
Overwhelmed! I recently had the opportunity to be in Houston after the flood and that is the first word that comes to mind as I reflect on the experience. I can only imagine what those living through this process of recovery must feel. Stress, anxiety, and other depression-like symptoms are common reactions after a disaster.…
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Adult Stress After a Disaster
Although a person’s reaction to post-disaster stress may be troubling, remember that these are normal reactions to abnormal situations.
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Flu Vaccination Facts
The flu vaccine protects against the viruses that will be most common in the upcoming season.
