CDC Emergency Preparedness and You

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

These CDC podcasts are intended to increase the nation's ability to prepare for and respond to public health emergencies.

Episodes

  1. Back to School Preparedness

    08/13/2019

    Back to School Preparedness

    This podcast highlights the importance of emergency preparedness for children and guides parents on how to develop an emergency preparedness plan for their children as they head back to school.

    4 min

  2. 06/23/2014

    Snowpocalypse

    In this podcast, CDC asks its staff about their experiences during the January 2014 Snowpocalypse and if they were prepared.

    5 min
  3. What's In Your Emergency Kit?

    12/21/2012

    What's In Your Emergency Kit?

    An emergency kit can help you survive during a disaster. This podcast discusses supplies to include in your kit.

    3 min
  4. Food for Disasters

    07/23/2012

    Food for Disasters

    When disaster strikes, you might not have access to food or water. This podcast discusses types of emergency food supplies you should keep on hand in your emergency kit.

    2 min
  5. Wildfire Smoke Health Watch

    07/23/2012

    Wildfire Smoke Health Watch

    Smoke from wildfires can be dangerous to your health. In this podcast, you will learn the health threats of wildfire smoke and steps you can take to minimize these effects.

    3 min
  6. Staying Safe in Your Home During a Hurricane

    08/13/2008

    Staying Safe in Your Home During a Hurricane

    If you are not ordered to evacuate, and you stay in your home through a hurricane, there are things you can do to protect yourself and your family.

    1 min

  7. 12/13/2007

    Recognizing Hypothermia

    Hypothermia is a serious medical condition that strikes during very cold weather or when people are chilled from rain, sweat, or cold water.

    1 min
  8. Spanish: Poblaciones en riesgo durante los incendios forestales (Wildfires and At-Risk Populations)

    10/25/2007

    Spanish: Poblaciones en riesgo durante los incendios forestales (Wildfires and At-Risk Populations)

    El humo de incendios forestales representa una seria amenaza para la salud de las personas que padecen enfermedades cardíacas y pulmonares, los adultos de mayor edad y los niños.

    1 min
  9. Evacuating the Area of a Hurricane

    10/10/2007

    Evacuating the Area of a Hurricane

    If a hurricane warning is issued for your area, or authorities tell you to evacuate, take only essential items. If you have time, turn off gas, electricity, and water and disconnect appliances.

    1 min
  • 9 Episodes

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