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This checklist provides information to educational professionals working with K-12 students that can help them learn more about pandemic planning and coordination, continuing education and core operations during a pandemic, infection control policies and procedures, and communications planning.
View ResourceThis tip sheet lists reactions to stress that are common among children and that caregivers, parents, and teachers may see during and after an infectious disease outbreak. It also suggests ways that adults can help children manage stress.
View ResourceThis website from Kids Health presents basic pandemic influenza information that parents or other caregivers can review with Children and Youth DBHIS.
View ResourceThis web page provides recommendations and resources for supporting children during the COVID-19 pandemic, recognizing the effects this event can have on the emotional and mental well-being of youth. It explains possible reactions, highlights the importance of a responsive caregiver, and provides tips for self-care for adults and youth.
View ResourceThis tip sheet lists reactions to stress that are common among children and that caregivers, parents, and teachers may see during and after an infectious disease outbreak. It also suggests ways that adults can help children manage stress.
View ResourceThis fact sheet provides information for educators on how to plan for a flu pandemic. The sheet explains the differences between seasonal flu and pandemic flu, describes how influenza spreads, and highlights key concepts on how to plan and prepare for a pandemic in the schools.
View ResourceThis checklist provides information for child care facilities and preschools to use in preparing for an influenza pandemic. The list includes information on planning and coordination, continuity of education and program operations, infection control policies and actions, and child care and preschool staff communications planning.
View ResourceThe authors share tips for parents and other caregivers on talking with children about avian influenza.
View ResourceThis part of the NCTSN’s website links to sections with information about specific types of natural disasters and about pandemics, how to prepare for them, and how they may affect children and families. Also provided are ideas for preparedness, response, and recovery, as well as links to related resources.
View ResourceThis webpage contains five fact sheets about Ebola preparedness. One fact sheet focuses on steps members of the general public can take to protect their health. Another is for health care providers and gives tips on how to recognize Ebola, and also how to talk to patients who are worried about the outbreak. There is also a fact sheet for community leaders that describes effective communication tactics in high-stress situations.
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