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This week we are examining Emergency Operations Centers, and Exercises. In addition to the chapters and the videos assigned this week, there are links for two articles on the "Read and Watch" page:
- Sustainable Model for PH EOCs for Global SettingsPreview the document ( attached)
- Framework for a Public Health Emergency Operations CentrePreview the document (just skim this article for an overview and relevant content for your discussion post) (attached)
Based on your review of these resources, discuss the role of EOCs and Exercises. Google "EOC Exercises Hurricane" (replacing "hurricane" for the disaster that you are researching, if different) and see what types of resources come up. Discuss and share any lessons learned.
Videos:
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/meet-disease-detectives-tracking-ebola-cdc
https://youtu.be/RnPBjvT7Goo
https://youtu.be/zMjlHGBVRJk
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