Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Applications of GIS: Disaster Management and Emergency Response01:29

Applications of GIS: Disaster Management and Emergency Response

Geographic Information System (GIS) technology is essential for risk identification, action prioritization, and resource optimization in critical situations like flooding and earthquakes. By integrating spatial and demographic data, GIS provides a comprehensive framework for emergency response.GIS integrates data layers, like rainfall intensity, topography, elevation profiles, and river levels, to model high-risk flood zones. These layers assess areas susceptible to flooding based on their...
Standards of Care I01:22

Standards of Care I

Federal statutes profoundly impact nursing practice, providing critical guidelines to ensure patient care is equitable, accessible, and of the highest quality. The following laws address distinct aspects of healthcare provision and patient rights:
Preparedness and Phobias01:09

Preparedness and Phobias

Human fear responses to certain stimuli, such as darkness, heights, deep water, and blood, can often arise despite the absence of direct negative experiences. This phenomenon is rooted in evolutionary psychology, which posits that humans have developed a predisposition to fear stimuli that historically posed significant survival threats. This predisposition, known as preparedness, suggests that early humans who developed a fear of potentially dangerous entities, such as venomous snakes and...
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation III: AED Use01:23

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation III: AED Use

Introduction to AEDAn Automated External Defibrillator (AED) is a portable medical device that analyzes the heart's rhythm and, if necessary, delivers an electrical shock to help the heart re-establish an effective rhythm during sudden cardiac arrest (SCA). SCA occurs when the heart suddenly and unexpectedly stops beating, leading to a loss of blood flow to the brain and other vital organs. In such emergencies, time is of the essence, and using an AED, combined with Cardiopulmonary...
Steps in Outbreak Investigation01:18

Steps in Outbreak Investigation

In the ever-evolving field of public health, statistical analysis serves as a cornerstone for understanding and managing disease outbreaks. By leveraging various statistical tools, health professionals can predict potential outbreaks, analyze ongoing situations, and devise effective responses to mitigate impact. For that to happen, there are a few possible stages of the analysis:
Design Example: Analyzing Capacity Contours for Flood Risk Assessment01:17

Design Example: Analyzing Capacity Contours for Flood Risk Assessment

Flood risk assessment involves careful planning and analysis to ensure the safety of communities near water retention structures. Capacity contours are a vital tool in this process, as they illustrate the potential spread of water at specific levels in a given area. In the context of building a bund across a small valley, these contours play a critical role in evaluating the safety of nearby residential areas.In this example, the bund is intended to store stormwater in the valley. The engineers...

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and fish consumption in the Great Lakes Fish Consumer Study (GLFCS).

Chemosphere·2026
Same author

A Proxy Method to Bridge LCA Data Gaps Using Automated Material Classification and Probabilistic Under-Specification.

Environmental science & technology·2026
Same author

Community Assessment of Chemical Exposures After a Train Derailment-East Palestine, Ohio, and Darlington Township, Pennsylvania, February-March 2023.

Journal of occupational and environmental medicine·2026
Same author

Resilience and Mental Health in Southwest Ohio During the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Ohio journal of public health·2026
Same author

Using an Electronic Self-Administered Survey Among First Responders to Evaluate the Potential Human Health Effects of Hazardous Substances Released as a Result of a Train Derailment Incident-East Palestine, Ohio, USA, February-March 2023.

Disaster medicine and public health preparedness·2025
Same author

Blood Lead Testing and Follow-up Testing Among Children Hospitalized for Lead Poisoning.

Pediatrics·2024
Same journal

Exploring Emergency Nurses' Experiences and Challenges in the Triage Process: A Qualitative Study From Turkey.

Disaster medicine and public health preparedness·2026
Same journal

Development of a Cognitive Aid for First Medical Responders During Mass Casualty Incidents: A Delphi Consensus Study.

Disaster medicine and public health preparedness·2026
Same journal

A Spatial-Network Framework for Load Balancing and Patient Transfer Management During Emergencies.

Disaster medicine and public health preparedness·2026
Same journal

Hospital Preparedness and Nurses' Risk Perception of Radiation Accidents.

Disaster medicine and public health preparedness·2026
Same journal

Evaluating Diagnostic Indicators for Air Transfer in Earthquake-Admitted Patients: A Retrospective Analysis From the 2023 Kahramanmaraş-Turkey Earthquake.

Disaster medicine and public health preparedness·2026
Same journal

Radio-nuclear Threats in Ukraine and the Health Sector's Preparedness to Respond to Nuclear Disaster - CORRIGENDUM.

Disaster medicine and public health preparedness·2026
See all related articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Jun 3, 2026

Setup and Execution of the Rapid Cycle Deliberate Practice Death Notification Curriculum
04:36

Setup and Execution of the Rapid Cycle Deliberate Practice Death Notification Curriculum

Published on: August 5, 2020

State-level emergency preparedness and response capabilities.

Sharon M Watkins1, Dennis M Perrotta, Martha Stanbury

  • 1Florida Department of Health, Division of Environmental Health, Tallahassee, FL 32399, USA. Sharon_Watkins@doh.state.fl.us

Disaster Medicine and Public Health Preparedness
|March 16, 2011
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

States show significant gaps in public health readiness for radiation emergencies, with most lacking crucial surveillance and assessment capabilities. Additional resources and training are essential for adequate preparedness nationwide.

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Jun 3, 2026

Setup and Execution of the Rapid Cycle Deliberate Practice Death Notification Curriculum
04:36

Setup and Execution of the Rapid Cycle Deliberate Practice Death Notification Curriculum

Published on: August 5, 2020

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Emergency Preparedness
  • Radiation Safety

Background:

  • Previous assessments highlighted deficiencies in radiation emergency preparedness.
  • Current preparedness planning utilizes an "all-hazards" approach.
  • A national assessment of state and local radiation public health emergency preparedness was necessary.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the current status of radiation public health emergency preparedness capabilities.
  • To identify strengths and weaknesses in state and local health departments' readiness.
  • To inform future preparedness strategies and resource allocation.

Main Methods:

  • A 2010 survey was conducted by the Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists (CSTE) targeting state health departments.
  • Responses from states with nuclear power plants excluded plant-specific resources and plans.
  • Data was collected on radiation readiness, including planning, resources, and partnerships.

Main Results:

  • Seventy-six percent of state health departments responded to the survey.
  • Strengths include written radiation response plans with communication components and perceived sufficient federal partnerships.
  • Weaknesses identified: limited planning for public health surveillance, exposure assessment, and insufficient resources for key capabilities.

Conclusions:

  • State preparedness for major radiation emergencies is inadequate across most public health measures.
  • States with nuclear power plants generally demonstrated better preparedness.
  • Significant gaps necessitate increased training and resources to achieve adequate national preparedness.