Emergency Response
Emergencies, outbreaks of disease, and chemical incidents have the potential to cause disruption for communities on a large scale.
Disease outbreaks and chemical incidents can develop very rapidly - so preparation and emergency planning are essential components in minimising the impact on the public.
The growing threat of global terrorism means we need to be prepared to deal with incidents that could involve chemical, biological, and radioactive materials. This means new plans and new expertise.
The Centre for Emergency Preparedness and Response provides a central source of authoritative scientific/medical information and other specialist advice on both the planning and operational responses to major incidents and wider public health or other emergencies.
If you are seeking information on swine flu (influenza A/H1N1v) please visit the swine flu section
HIGHLIGHTS
The Emergency Preparedness and Response Training Programme
The training division works with partner organisations to deliver specialist courses for healthcare providers and managers. These courses enable delegates to respond effectively to major incidents of all kinds, including the deliberate release of chemical, biological, radiological or nuclear materials.
›› The Emergency Preparedness and Response Training Programme
Public Health Issues and Benefits Associated with International Sporting Events
The HPA and the International Association of National Public Health Institutes (IANPHI) have launched a portal for information for countries that are hosting, or bidding on, an international sporting event and for the public health institutes that support these efforts.
›› Public Health Issues and Benefits Associated with International Sporting Events
Deliberate and Accidental Releases
The Deliberate and Accidental Releases pages provide information targeted at health care professionals and the public on the major biological, chemical and radiological deliberate release threat agents.The information is also relevant when considering naturally occurring outbreaks or accidental releases.
CBRN incidents: A guide to clinical management and health protection
This guide to clinical management and health protection in chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) incidents, has been written primarily for front line healthcare professionals in emergency departments. It also has some sections which are relevant in other emergencies and outbreaks of infectious disease.
›› CBRN incidents: A guide to clinical management and health protection
