Hantavirus and Disease Prevention
Hantaviruses are a group of viruses that cause serious diseases and can be fatal. In this article, we provide information on the diseases caused by hantaviruses and what you can do to reduce risk.
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Hantaviruses are a group of viruses that cause serious diseases and can be fatal. In this article, we provide information on the diseases caused by hantaviruses and what you can do to reduce risk.
This UF/IFAS publication serves as a practical reference for understanding New World screwworm (NWS), including its biology, life cycle, identification, impacts, and management. Designed for livestoc…
The UF/IFAS New World Screwworm: For the General Public webpage is an educational resource designed to help individuals understand the risks associated with New World screwworm (NWS) and recognize th…
The Strengthening Awareness for Food Safety Emergencies (SAFE) Educator Toolkit provides ready-to-use, research-based resources to help educators teach food safety before, during, and after emergenci…
Website focuses on ecosystems of the California rangelands. Publication links, project, news, and events.
Helping Young Children Cope English and Spanish This resource is designed to help caregivers support children following a disaster. The adapted article (with permission) by trauma specialists Dr. Bra…
The consequences of climate change are substantial and escalating due to the increased frequency and severity of weather events, rising sea levels, and higher temperatures (U.S. Department of the Tre…
This fact sheet describes the mechanics of thunder and lightning with a focus on dry lightning which increases fire risk and how to avoid and respond to lightning strikes.
This fact sheet describes health impacts of wildfire smoke and gives tips on protecting oneself from it through monitoring air quality and improving indoor air quality during wildfires.
This publication describes the goals for forest fuels treatment methods and the different types that can be used to reduce wildfire hazard in dry forests.
This fact sheet describes the risk of flooding including how to prepare for it, how to respond during flooding and what to do afterwards to stay safe.
The Extreme Heat Fact Sheet gives tips on how to prepare for and survive extreme heat events as well as how to recognize heat related illness.
This publication focuses on how to prepare for and immediately respond to earthquakes, as well as what to do to stay safe during an active Earthquake. Additionally, learn your risk of experiencing an…
The Disaster Planning Integration Toolkit enables rural communities to use an asset-based approach to developing their Community Development Resilience Plan (CDRP) by integrating disaster resilience,…
Be aware. Be prepared. The last Cascadia Subduction Zone event Magnitude 8.0 to 9.1 was on January 26, 1700 (more than 320 years ago), and they happen about every 280 to 350 years. It is time to get …
Registration VIRTUAL EVENT September 22-25, 2020 and optional Post-Conference Workshop on September 25 Registration Fees: Meeting Registration – 3-day Event – September 22-24, 2020 Full Registration …
Farm biosecurity is the practice of preventing or greatly reducing the introduction of diseases and pests, and is a whole farm approach for assessing, prioritizing and addressing the risks to herd/fl…
With the High Speed Hand Washing technique and some practice, washing your hands properly helps save time, water, energy and prevent the spread of disease. Absences due to illness are reduced. Groups…
A 3-part video series in English and Spanish Avian Influenza Backyard Producers 2018 Spanish: Avian Influenza Commercial Farmers 2018 English: Avian Influenza Commercial Farmers 2018 Spanish: Avian I…
Community organizations, such as faith-based organizations and nonprofits, are instrumental when an epidemic strikes. This program walks organizations through a process to learn about potential epide…
Fact sheet that highlights what an individual or family needs to have on hand to be prepared for a natural disaster.
Objectives Encourage active, self-directed learning in students of all ages Promote communication skills Encourage knowledge sharing between livestock owners Build confidence in novice livestock owne…
Threats to livestock production include natural disasters, disease outbreaks, agroterrorism, and other emergencies. Proper animal agrosecurity and emergency management reduce the effects of these inc…
This course teaches the need for business continuity and disaster preparedness planning for small businesses. Produced in Cooperation with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Designed for land-…
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