Assessment Tool
The Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO) received a grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to develop recommendations on how to protect at-risk populations, such as those which are culturally isolated or have limited English proficiency, during an influenza pandemic.
Subtopics: Phase 6 - Response, Channels Of Communication, Outbreaks, Phase 2 - Preparedness
Language(s): English
This report provides a needs assessment of vulnerable and hard to reach populations in Texas and identifies the preferred methods of communication in the event of a bioterrorist attack or epidemic.
Subtopics: Channels Of Communication, Message Content, Bioterrorism, Outbreaks
Language(s): English
This comprehensive manual serves as a guide for developing an emergency response plan from the ground up.
Subtopics: Phase 5 - Psychological Impact, Phase 6 - Response, Message Content, Emergency Decision Making, Phase 1 - Risk Perception, Phase 3 - Warning, Building Partnerships, Phase 2 - Preparedness, Phase 4 - Physical Impact, Natural Disasters
Language(s): English
This self-assessment form is used to gather important information on individuals after a mass casualty event, and is available in multiple languages.
Subtopics: Phase 6 - Response, Phase 4 - Physical Impact, Natural Disasters, Mass Casualties
Language(s): English, Somali, Vietnamese, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, Arabic, Chinese Simplified, Chinese Traditional, French, Hindi, Russian
The purpose of this guide is to assist emergency management professionals and volunteers effectively meet the needs of vulnerable populations in times of disaster.
Subtopics: Building Partnerships, Building Knowledge, Building Trust
Language(s): English
This report examines Texans levels of awareness, perceptions, knowledge, and beliefs about issues relating to bioterrorism, infectious diseases and other public health threats and emergencies across racial and ethnic groups.
Subtopics: Channels Of Communication, Message Content, Bioterrorism, Phase 1 - Risk Perception, Phase 2 - Preparedness
Language(s): English
This workbook provides a process that can support state, local, and tribal planners in their efforts to integrate culturally competent practices and reach all populations during crisis or emergency situations.
Subtopics: Organizational Supports, Building Partnerships
Language(s): English
This is a 43-page template for identifying and meeting the needs of special populations, including racially and ethnically diverse populations, within communities. It discusses preferred communication methods and potential barriers.
Subtopics: Phase 6 - Response, Channels Of Communication, Message Content, Phase 3 - Warning, Phase 2 - Preparedness
Language(s): English