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Pediatricians can serve as expert advisors to local, state, and federal agencies and committees and play a key role in disaster and terrorism preparedness with families, children, and their communities.

State and Chapter Initiatives Learn about what others are doing at the local level.
Prepare for Extreme Temperatures Learn how to manage cold extremes and their consequences.

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Talking to Children About Disasters

View tips and instructions for how to talk to children of different ages about disasters.

Pediatric Preparedness Resource Kit

The AAP developed The Pediatric Preparedness Resource Kit in response to the 2009 H1N1 pandemic.

Advocate for Children's Safety

In the aftermath of the Sandy Hook school shooting, the AAP offers resources for members to improve firearm safety, mental health screening/services, and school safety.

Pandemic and All-Hazards Preparedness Reauthorization Act of 2012

Includes provisions that will have a significant impact on national preparedness capacity for children.

Pediatric Bereavement Lectureship Program

The AAP has established a program to offer training to pediatricians and other pediatric health care providers to increase their skills.

Learn how you can help promote preparedness.

AVIAN INFLUENZA A (H7N9) VIRUS

As seasonal influenza wanes, be aware of H7N9.

BLASTS AND EXPLOSIONS

In light of the events in Boston, the AAP offers resources to help pediatricians.

INFORMATION FOR FAMILIES

Visit HealthyChildren.org, the AAP parenting site, for information written for families on disasters.

KEY RESOURCES

Care of Children, Emergency Department

Joint Policy Statement—Guidelines for Care of Children in the Emergency Department. More >

Helping Children Cope

Being prepared to meet the emotional needs of children. More >

The Youngest Victims

Disaster Preparedness to Meet Children’s Needs. More >

Improving Pediatric Preparedness

View a commentary on the importance of strategic partnerships in response to the H1N1 pandemic. More >

Enhancing Pediatric Partnerships

Learn about the importance of partnerships to promote pandemic preparedness. More >

2010 Report to the President & Congress

The National Commission on Children and Disasters provides findings and recommendations relating to a variety of child health issues. More >