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The Importance of Humanitarian Aid Workers

Tulane Public Health Blog

Whether they work nationally or internationally, aid workers are tasked with assisting people in communities affected by natural disasters, war, poverty, and other emergencies. Other aid workers may be trained in providing emergency response care and working to safely transport individuals to medical facilities at other locations.

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The Pivot with Ashley Hester

UNC Epidemiology Blog

Student Ashley Hester is an emergency response expert. What’s your role in public health? I currently have two roles in public health: I am a student at the Gillings School getting my Master of Public Health (MPH) in Leadership in Practice. How have you pivoted during your public health career?

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Rural water utilities in North Carolina are still reeling from Helene

NC Health News

Town manager Darlene Butler has asked residents to conserve water as she works with county officials and the Federal Emergency Management Agency to erect a temporary treatment facility. We had backup generators to supply the hospital in case of an emergency,” said Alex Glover, chair of the hospital’s board of directors.

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Mountain Town Confronts an Unexpected Public Health Catastrophe

KFF Health News

Before Hurricane Helene, had you stopped by one of the many breweries, art galleries, or award-winning restaurants in Asheville, North Carolina, and spoken with anyone who lives in these parts — including me — most would have told you they felt pretty safe from climate disasters. “The water got shut off and we managed.