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CDC: Emergency Preparedness: Including People with Disabilities

August 29, 2017

Website Link  https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/disabilityandhealth/emergencypreparedness.html

Emergencies and disasters can strike quickly and without warning, forcing people to quickly leave or be confined in their home unexpectedly. For the millions of Americans who have disabilities, emergencies, such as fires, floods and acts of terrorism, present a real challenge.

Resources from State Disability and Health Programs

The following resources were developed by CDC funded State Disability and Health Programs. Public health professionals, emergency personnel and communities can use them to create emergency preparedness and response plans that are inclusive of people with disabilities.