Public Health Matters: The Hidden Dangers of Hurricanes

Public Health Matters: The Hidden Dangers of Hurricanes

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After Matthew: The Hidden Dangers of Hurricanes

Last week, Hurricane Matthew pounded its way through the Caribbean before bearing down on the eastern U.S. coastline from Florida to North Carolina. Many lives and homes were tragically lost. But not all of the death and destruction happens during the storm itself. The aftermath is a treacherous time, with still-rising floodwaters, power outages, breaks in healthcare services, and increased risks for injury or illness. The mental and physical toll of a hurricane continues to mount even as it dispels and fades off into the ocean. We must remember that, although the storm has passed, danger remains present. Read Blog INFOGRAPHIC Are You Prepared? Emergency Kit Infographic ACTIVATION UPDATE Zika Pregnant Women with Any Lab Evidence of Zika Virus Infection* US States and DC: 878 US Territories: 1,806 *Source: Pregnancy Registries as of October 6, 2016 More on Outcomes Zika Virus Disease Cases Reported to ArboNET* US States and DC: 3,936 US Territories: 25,955 *Source: ArboNET as of October 12, 2016 More About Zika IN THE NEWS October 18, 2016:Colorado wildfire destroys structures, forces evacuations October 16, 2016:North Carolina estimates $1.5 billion in hurricane damage to buildings October 15, 2016:Storm brings twisters, heavy rain to Pacific Northwest October 14, 2016:Some Singers Sing About Love. He Sings About ... Hand Washing