Historically, emergency preparedness programs in long term care (“LTC”) facilities have been less prioritized with facilities understandably focusing on patient care and operations. But with the ...

Here are five ways to ensure your healthcare organization is prepared for a disaster or emergency, according to the latest Connection report by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care ...

The recommendations of the Disaster Response Task Force are summarized in Table 1. They emphasize that ADA can be a center for information and should be the leading information provider for people ...

Emergency preparedness is an essential, but at times undervalued aspect of an ambulatory surgery center’s operations. Not having an emergency action plan in place and not training staff members to ...

In January 2025, wildfires destroyed large areas of the Los Angeles area, including the Pacific Palisades, Topanga and Malibu. As the flames quickly engulfed the region, Terri Harmon, regional vice ...

EDMOND, Okla. (KFOR) — As most know, preparedness is key for first responders when helping during disasters. Emergency management crews from across Oklahoma converged on Edmond to hone their skills ...

National Preparedness Month serves as an opportunity to consider potential emergencies and make efforts to get ready for them by learning where safe places are for evacuation and discussing plans with ...

MONCKS CORNER, S.C. (WCSC) - Berkeley County is giving residents a free opportunity to receive essential training that will help them effectively respond in emergency situations. The county has opened ...

Lafayette, LA – Community members are invited to attend a Disability Disaster Preparedness Workshop on Saturday, August 2, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Robicheaux Recreation Center, located at ...