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  October 3, 2017
Nevada Hospital Association releases statement
The following statement released by the Nevada Hospital Association President, Bill Welch, following the tragic shooting last night in Las Vegas.
"We are devastated by the events that occurred in Nevada last night. At this time, the Nevada Hospital Association team is in the process of assessing hospital support needs for our Las Vegas members. We have requested that Governor Sandoval declare a State of Emergency allowing licensed health care professionals from across state lines to immediately provide care in Nevada and also to allow for federal funding support. 
We have also been in contact with the American Hospital Association who is on standby to coordinate support, if necessary. We may be reaching out statewide to meet staffing needs.
 If you have any questions, please contact me. We will continue to provide updates. Thank you."  nvha.net
Puerto Rico relief efforts – how you can help
Special Message from AHA President & CEO, Rick Pollack
This month, Puerto Rico was battered by two powerful storms – Hurricanes Irma and Maria. While the full extent of the disaster is still unfolding, it is clear that the island has sustained historic damage from which it will likely take years to recover. The magnitude of the devastation cannot be overstated. The American Hospital Association has a long and strong relationship with the Puerto Rico Hospital Association and hospitals throughout the island. As part of our efforts, we have activated The Care Fund – www.thecarefund.net – to provide support to hospital employees in Puerto Rico affected by the storms. READ MORE.
Flooding from Hurricane Harvey causes a host of public health concerns
(Scientific American) The historic rainfall dumped by Hurricane Harvey has already led to deaths by drownings and the destruction of many homes. Houston's drinking water system is being stressed by overflowing water reservoirs and dams, breached levees, and possible problems at treatment plants and in the water distribution system. Failure of drinking water systems could lead to water shortages. READ MORE.
Congressional primer on responding to major disasters and emergencies
(Congressional Research Service) The principles of disaster management assume a leadership role by the local, state, and tribal governments affected by the incident. The federal government provides coordinated supplemental resources and assistance, only if requested and approved. The immediate response to a disaster is guided by the National Response Framework, which details roles and responsibilities at various levels of government, along with cooperation from the private and nonprofit sectors, for differing incidents and support functions.  CRS Report.
Tourniquet use under medical protocols
This one-page document from the Interagency Board for Equipment Standardization and Interoperability provides information about the use of tourniquets in emergency medical services. Lessons learned in recent mass casualty incidents have shown that a properly applied tourniquet can save a patient’s life in cases where sever (critical) blood loss endangers the survival of the patient.
CMS emergency preparedness training online course now available
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has developed the new Emergency Preparedness Training Online Course which is available on demand and learners may access it at their convenience: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and 365 days a year. This course is required for all State Survey Agency (SA) and Regional Office (RO) surveyors and reviewers who conduct or review health and safety or LSC surveys for emergency preparedness requirements. Non-survey professionals and other SA or RO support staff responsible for ensuring compliance with regulations are also encouraged to take the course. Additional information is available on this flyer or enroll at https://surveyortraining.cms.hhs.gov.
When you navigate to the Integrated Surveyor Training Website (ISTW), click on "I am a Provider." Next, click on the course catalog and search for the Emergency Preparedness course. You do not need a username and password when accessing the course through the provider link. If you need technical assistance, please contact the CMS ISTW Help Desk at 1-855-791-8900 or cmstraininghelp@hendall.com.   The final CMS Emergency Preparedness Rule was designed to establish consistent emergency preparedness requirements for health care providers in Medicare and Medicaid, increase patient safety during emergencies, and establish a more coordinated response to natural and man-made disasters.  Additional information is available in the CMS EP Rule Interpretive Guidance and on the CMS EP Rule page.  ASPR TRACIE has developed a dedicated CMS EP Rule landing page on its website and the ASPR TRACIE EP Rule:  Resources at Your Fingertips, which includes key planning considerations and links to relevant additional resources.
October 11-13, 2017
Lodge of the Four Seasons
Lake Ozark, Missouri

The Missouri Hospital Association will be hosting a conference with national experts who will share strategies and lessons learned related to natural disasters and safety incidents.  Attendees will learn strategies to enhance established emergency management programs, as well as integrate preparedness initiatives into daily hospital operations. For those working in emergency preparedness, this conference is a must!

Click here to learn more or register now.
Additional events

Webinar: New Resources to Help Improve Health Care Coalition Preparedness 
September 14, 2017
Click here for more information or to register now. (space is limited)

Emerging Infectious Disease Preparedness Workshop
 September 26-27, 2017
University of Nebraska Medical Center/Nebraska Medicine
Omaha, Nebraska
Click here for course flyer or register here

Chemical Sector Monthly Unclassified Threat Call
 September 28, 2017, 10:00 am CT
Conference bridge number: (855) 852-7677, Pin: 0618178
For more information contact Custrina Reeves at chemicalsector@hq.dhs.gov

2017 Annual Emergency Preparedness & Safety Conference: Being Resilient in a 
Transformative Era

October 11-13, 2017
Lake Ozark, Missouri

AHEEP Annual Conference
November 8-9, 2017
 

Basic Disaster Life Support (BDLS®) Webinar
February 1, 2018
More information

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