NYU GPH Journal of Public Health Disasters
A student-led journal driven by the latest research in public health disaster preparedness and management.
The last century has brought a handful of global pandemics, including the Spanish Influenza, HIV/AIDS, and most recently, COVID-19. These events have deeply impacted the world’s welfare and infrastructure, highlighting the need for efficient pandemic preparedness and response measures.
Continue reading “Ritu Bhatt’s Brief on Pandemic Preparedness and Response”In 2021, Hurricane and Tropical Storm Elsa made landfall in multiple nations, causing 13 deaths and leaving $1 billion in damages in its wake. Oyedji’s case study details the management and impacts of the event, highlighting the connection between natural disasters and climate change.
This case study by Nicole Brandao examines the unethical and unsustainable practices of foreign industrial mining corporations in Panama in the context of colonialism. Brandao details the practices’ negative public health consequences on surrounding populations and narrates the events that had taken place in 2023 in response to these injustices.
Continue reading “Nicole Brandao’s Case Study on Inequity in Mining Practices in Panama”
Introduction: Internationally, wildfires are increasing in frequency, duration, severity, and number of acres (hectares) burned. Unfortunately, climate change adds a layer of complexity as it creates environmental conditions conducive to wildfires. This disaster response plan serves to develop a process to build resiliency and provide the means to mitigate loss of life and livelihood for Indigenous peoples and communities within the context of wildfires.
Continue reading “Corrinne Joseph Tendo, Jose Flores Hernandez, and Debra Oyedeji’s Emergency Response Plan for Wildfires in Canada”
Introduction: The South Louisiana region, with a rich cultural heritage and diverse population, faces significant challenges due to its location along the Gulf Coast, where hurricanes frequently make landfall. Specifically, Orleans Parish has recently experienced devastating impacts of hurricanes, which have resulted in adverse mental health outcomes for its inhabitants. This annex to the Louisiana Department of Health sets forth guidelines and recommendations for managing the response to mental health needs of individuals and communities in Orleans Parish post-hurricane.
Continue reading “Grace Ann Nader, Aziz Maher, Justin Andries’ Disaster Response Plan for Mental Health Services Post-Hurricane”Introduction: London has had frequent outbreaks of Escherichia coli (E. coli) in recent years. Between 2014 and 2018 England saw more than a 20% increase in E. coli cases. E. coli has become a risk to public health since it can cause death or lead to serious medical problems such as permanent kidney or brain damage, even after recovery from the infection. This Food Standards Agency Emergency Response Plan outlines the recommended procedures to effectively manage responses and mitigate risks during food safety emergencies like E. coli outbreaks.
Continue reading “Sarah Crisci, Alexandra Bova, and Lizcary Amarante’s Disaster Plan for the United Kingdom Food Standards Agency”Introduction: U.S. Embassy personnel, U.S. government officials, other members of U.S. Foreign Service, and their families who are stationed to serve abroad are vulnerable to risks from hazards related to the particular geographical location and unique environments of the host country. This comprehensive Disaster Plan is designed to be an iterative process with regular reviews and adjustments, taking into account the complexities of emerging and past threats, the evaluation of their respective responses, and new available technologies.
Continue reading “Wanda Dikiy, Susan Nagel, and Kyung-Hwa Ashcraft’s Disaster Plan for Havana Syndrome”This cross-sectional study focuses on how the public’s knowledge and behavioral practices differed throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Using a Qualtrics survey that assessed respondents’ experiences and attitudes about COVID-19, the team found that public concern over COVID-19 and future pandemics remains high, and recommends utilizing strong public health initiatives to enhance the government’s pandemic preparedness.
Continue reading “Debra Oyedeji, Curie Park, and Ruin Lei’s Presentation on COVID-19 Knowledge and Behaviors”Introduction: This Emergency Operations Plan was created to provide guidance on responding to mass shootings in Paris, France. Although mass shootings are not nearly as common in France as they are in the United States, they are not infrequent either. More recently, mass shootings in France –– particularly those occurring in Paris –– have been tied to terrorism. In the event of an active shooter incident or any other connected emergency or disaster that could affect the country or any of its residents, Services d’Aide Médicale Urgente (SAMU) is required to respond and take action. In some cases, this response requires joint efforts between fire and rescue services as well.
From 2014-2016, an unprecedented tuberculosis outbreak occurred in Marion County in Alabama, resulting in an incident rate worse than experienced in many low and middle-income countries. Susan Nagel’s presentation discusses why the outbreak occurred, its effects, and the management of the event. The case study concludes that structural racism in healthcare settings must be addressed to prevent similar outbreaks from occurring in the future.