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The CDC Emergency Preparedness and Response website is CDC’s primary source of information and resources for preparing for and responding to public health emergencies. This site continues to keep the public informed about public health emergencies and provides the information needed to protect and save lives
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Natural Disasters & Severe Weather
- Winter Weather,
- Earthquakes…
Bioterrorism
- Anthrax,
- Plague,
- Smallpox…
Chemical Emergencies
- Ricin,
- Chlorine,
- Nerve Agents…
Recent Outbreaks & Incidents
- Fungal Meningitis,
- West Nile Virus…
Mass Casualties
- Explosions,
- Blasts Injuries…
Radiation Emergencies
- Dirty Bombs,
- Nuclear Blasts…
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Blog: Public Health Matters
January: Make a Plan
In an emergency, even one as pithy as a 45 minute power outage, you are your best resource. It’s important to think ahead, think smart, and be ready. For January, the first Do 1 Thing step is to “Make a Plan.”
What CDC Is Doing
Learn about CDC activities that help strengthen national, state, and local efforts to prevent or respond to emergencies.
What You Can Do
Emergency Preparedness & You Would you be ready if there were an emergency? Be prepared: assemble an emergency supply kit, make your emergency plans, stay informed, and be involved in helping your family, your business, and your community to be ready.
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