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Through natural disasters, active assailant events and even pandemics, Healthcare Emergency Managers are consistently challenged to help their organizations plan, train and respond to incidents.
Presenter: Dr. Joe Smyser - The Public Health Goods Projects
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The MDHHS Bureau of Emergency Preparedness, EMS, and Systems of Care invites LHD emergency preparedness staff, Regional Health Care Coalition staff, and those affiliated to join a four-part webinar series titled “Public Health Strategies for Radiological Emergencies”. This series will take place virtually over four 90-minute sessions, providing participants with practical knowledge and strategies to effectively respond to radiological incidents.
Radiological emergencies present unique challenges that require coordinated public health action across all phases of response and recovery. This series is designed to enhance preparedness by outlining critical responsibilities, decision-making processes, and community protection measures. Participants will gain actionable insights to strengthen resilience and safeguard health during these complex events.
Learning Objectives by Session
Session 1: Introduction (Wednesday, April 29 – 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM)
- Understand the types and potential impacts of radiological emergencies.
- Identify the core roles and responsibilities of public health and healthcare agencies.
- Recognize key partners and coordination mechanisms during an incident.
Session 2: Early Phase Response (Thursday, May 28 – 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM)
- Explain shelter-in-place guidance and evacuation considerations.
- Describe responder health and safety measures.
- Outline strategies for early medical care and population monitoring.
- Understand public shelter operations during radiological emergencies.
Session 3: Intermediate Phase (Thursday, June 25 – 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM)
- Define dose assessment and dose reconstruction processes.
- Discuss approaches to radiation exposure care and medical management.
- Identify protocols for fatality management in radiological events.
Session 4: Late Phase (Thursday, July 30 – 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM)
- Summarize re-entry planning and relocation considerations.
- Discuss long-term health surveillance strategies.
- Assess food and water safety measures post-incident.
- Describe steps for community return and recovery.
For questions or additional information, please contact Jason E. Smith (Phone: 517-281-5362 or email: smithj20@michigan.gov).
MDHHS has launched a new public-facing map that allows individuals to locate free gun locks across the state. As part of the Michigan Gun Violence Prevention Task Force, MDHHS and the Michigan State Police (MSP) continue their partnership to distribute free gun locks to promote secure storage and save lives.
The process for ordering gun locks from the State has changed. Going forward, if LHDs and health care facilities would like to order gun locks, please complete the form at this link: State of Michigan Free Gun Lock Distribution.
Important: If you do not need to order gun locks at this time but still have gun locks available and would like to be listed as a pick-up location on the MDHHS website, please complete the form.
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