NOLA Ready - June Preparedness Tips

#ReadyYearRound June preparedness tips June 2019 Welcome to June, New Orleans. That means hurricane season is officially here and will last through November. Depending on a storm’s severity, the City of New Orleans might issue a mandatory evacuation order. If the City issues a mandatory evacuation, all residents and visitors must leave. If an evacuation is not ordered, it's up to you to decide to evacuate or shelter in place. Take time now to get yourself and your loved ones ready should a storm come our way.  Stay connected. Know what's going on during hurricane season so you aren't caught off guard. Sign up for emergency alerts directly from the City of New Orleans--text your zip code to 888777 or go to ready.nola.gov/alerts. Make an evacuation plan. Plan where you'll go, how you'll get there, and who will go with you. If you're evacuating by vehicle, plan your route ahead of time, have plenty of gas, and leave before contraflow. Read more about evacuation planning. Gather supplies for a "go bag." Pack what you and your family will need during an evacuation, including clothing, hygiene items, medication, food & water, and important documents. See the full list of "go bag" supplies. Gather supplies for a "home kit." For a lower-level storm, gather what you need to be on your own, potentially without power or water, for at least three days. That should include non-perishable food, water, medication, a first aid kit, and a flashlight & batteries. See the full list of "home kit" supplies. Use City-Assisted Evacuation as a last resort. If you have no other way to evacuate during a mandatory evacuation order, bring your family and pets to one of 17 pickup points--"evacuspots." An RTA bus will take you to the Smoothie King Center where you will board a bus or airplane to a safe shelter in other parts of Louisiana or neighboring states. If you can't physically get to an evacuspot because of medical or mobility needs, call 3-1-1 to sign up for the Special Needs Registry. Review your insurance. Whether you are a homeowner or a renter, you can insure your property against wind and flood damage. Call your agent today to make sure you are covered for both. Learn more at ready.nola.gov/rain.  Until next month, - The Team at NOLA ReadyHelping you stay #ReadyYearRound Plan for your pets during hurricane season. Pets are a part of your family, so make sure you're planning for them too. Gather pet supplies for your go bag and your home kit. And be sure that where you are evacuating is pet-friendly.  See more pet prep tips Request hurricane brochures or a presentation for your organization. The NOLA Ready team is out in full force this hurricane season. We have brochures and staff available to give presentations to help your community organization or business get ready.  Request a free training Become an evacuteer & help your neighbors get to safety. During a mandatory evacuation, evacuteers support first responders at 17 pickup points around New Orleans. We need your help! Get trained as an evacuteer on Monday, June 17 at 6pm at First Baptist Church. Become an evacuteer NOLA Ready is the City of New Orleans' emergency preparedness campaign, managed by the New Orleans Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness.  This message contains emergency preparedness information. Emergency alerts are sent through a separate program. To sign up for emergency alerts, text your zip code to 888777 or go to ready.nola.gov/alerts.

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In case of emergency .... Be Ready

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In case of emergency… Be ready by touroinfirmary Are you hurricane ready? Meredith Maxwell, M.D., M.H.A. As we approach hurricane season, everyone should have a plan ready in the event a storm enters the Gulf of Mexico and threatens our area. Family Evacuation Plan First, develop a game plan on what you and your family will do in the event of a hurricane. Write out every step and share with your family. Identify the responsibilities for each family member and plan to work together as a team. Here are some steps to take in the event of a storm: Understand community warning signals, and listen to local officials Have an emergency kit ready Learn the emergency plans at places where your family spends time such as work, school, and daycare centers Know your evacuation route, emergency shelters, and checkpoints If you have to evacuate, fuel up, check your car and carry extra keys Have extra money saved to accommodate several days, weeks or months away from home. Keep in mind on extra expenses such as pets, food and gas. Have 3 to 5 days of emergency supplies ready to travel Bring cash in case of power outages or credit cards not working Refill prescriptions for a full 7-day prescription Give your children their identification information to carry with them If you have to evacuate, turn the refrigerator and freezer to the coldest setting, secure your home, turn off utilities at the source and lock up Personal Inventory Create a file containing personal information and keep it in a secure place, such as a safety deposit box. The file should include: Driver’s license(s) Vehicle registration and proof of insurance Medical and vaccination records Copies of prescription medicine labels Birth and marriage certificates Taxes Wills Records for pets Pictures of your home, possessions and children Copies of your children's identification information Pet Preparedness Pets should not be left behind during a storm, and you should take them with you during an evacuation. Do not wait until the last minute to evacuate with a pet because some hotels or rescue officials may not allow pets. When evacuating, make sure you have: Food and water for at least three days Bowls and can openers Medications, records, and a pet first aid kit and book Grooming items, litter box, newspapers and etc. Leashes, harnesses, and carriers to transport pets Pet bed and toys Photos and a description of your pet Copies of feeding schedule, medical conditions, behavioral problems, name and telephone in case you have to place your pet in foster care How to pack a Basic Emergency Storm Kit To assemble your kit, store items in airtight plastic bags and put your entire disaster supplies kit in one or two easy-to-carry containers such as plastic bins or a duffel bag. A basic emergency supply kit could include the following recommended items: Water - one gallon of water per person per day for at least three days, for drinking and sanitation Food - at least a three-day supply of non-perishable food Battery-powered or hand crank radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert Flashlight First aid kit Extra batteries Whistle to signal for help Dust mask to help filter contaminated air and plastic sheeting and duct tape to shelter-in-place Moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties for personal sanitation Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities Manual can opener for food Local maps Cell phone with chargers and a backup battery Download the Recommended Supplies List (PDF) To learn more about emergency and disaster preparation, prevention, response, recovery, and mitigation, visit the Get A Game Plan website at getagameplan.org. RELATED LINKS: Pregnant Women and New Moms' Hurricane Prep Checklist Touro Infirmary Emergency Preparedness Plan In Case of Emergency...Be Ready for Anything Meredith Maxwell, M.D., M.H.A., attended the University of South Alabama College of Medicine, where she completed her family medicine residency, before joining the Touro Infirmary Health System. She is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine Diplomate. touroinfirmary | May 24, 2018 at 1:09 pm | Categories: Emergency Care, Hurricane Preparedness | URL: https://wp.me/p3U9Kg-vc Comment    See all comments

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After Harvey: 6 Things People With Cancer Should Know

August 30, 2017

 · Greg Guthrie, ASCO staff

Hurricane Harvey is leaving a path of destruction behind after first making landfall in Texas. What should you do after an event of this magnitude?  If you have cancer, there may be special considerations regarding your health and safety. Your immune system may be weakened, putting you at greater risk of infections, bleeding, fatigue, and injury. 

Here are some steps to take to help in the aftermath of this natural disaster:

PRESS RELEASE: CancerCare® to Support Cancer Patients Affected by Hurricane Harvey

Emergency relief to be made available through initial generous donations from ASCO, Conquer Cancer Foundation and the Community Oncology Alliance

NEW YORK, New York (September 6, 2017) –In response to the destruction of Hurricane Harvey, CancerCare®, through initial generous donations from the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) and its philanthropic affiliate, the Conquer Cancer Foundation, and the Community Oncology Alliance, is providing emotional and financial support to cancer patients who have been affected by the storm.

Many cancer patients and their families who have been displaced are not only dealing with the challenges of their cancer diagnosis and treatment, but also with the trauma of uncertainty, loss of medications, and temporary relocation. Funds will be made available to ensure that support reaches cancer patients as their individual situations and needs emerge.

To apply for assistance, patients and health care professionals can call CancerCare’s toll-free Hopeline, 800-813-HOPE (4673), staffed Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. EST, and Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST.

As part of this relief effort, CancerCare will provide:

• Financial assistance to cancer patients in active treatment who have been affected by Hurricane Harvey. Grants will be distributed via check, and can be used to help offset the costs of medical bills, homecare, childcare, transportation, general household bills, lodging and other treatment-related expenses. The application requires that a patient’s oncology care provider verify the patient’s treatment status and location.
• Resource referrals to help people coping with cancer in the midst of a natural disaster find resources to help address the needs that have arisen as a result of Hurricane Harvey’s impact.
• Emotional support with one of CancerCare’s oncology social workers, who provide emotional support to people coping with cancer, their caregivers and their loved ones.
• Educational information to help patients and families anticipate and manage the emotional and logistical challenges of living with cancer in the midst of Hurricane Harvey and its aftermath.

“As the leading national nonprofit organization providing free, professional support services to help patients and caregivers manage the many challenges of a cancer diagnosis, CancerCare is uniquely poised to respond to the distress faced by cancer patients impacted by Hurricane Harvey,” said Patricia J. Goldsmith, CEO, CancerCare. “We are grateful for the support of ASCO, Conquer Cancer Foundation and the Community Oncology Alliance in helping to make these funds available to cancer patients who have been affected by these catastrophic events.”

About CancerCare®

Founded in 1944, CancerCare is the leading national organization providing free, professional support services and information to help people manage the emotional, practical and financial challenges of cancer. Our comprehensive services include counseling and support groups over the phone, online and in-person, educational workshops, publications and financial and co-payment assistance. All CancerCare services are provided by oncology social workers and world-leading cancer experts. Headquartered in New York, NY, CancerCare maintains three additional locations in Norwalk, CT, Ridgewood, NJ and Syosset, NY.

To learn more, visit www.cancercare.org or call 800-813-HOPE (4673).

Cancer and Hurricane Preparedness: A Survivor's Perspective

Tips for coping include finding simple ways to pass time and not being in a hurry to go anywhere.

BY TAMERA ANDERSON-HANNA

PUBLISHED: SEPTEMBER 05, 2017

Another hurricane is brewing, and this time it has the potential to negatively impact numerous areas of Florida and other nearby states and territories. Unfortunately, I have experience weathering several storms as a long-term resident of Northern and Southern Florida, along with having worked as a volunteer in crisis management situations for close to 15 years. What I have not experienced, however, is being under medical care for cancer during a storm. As a cancer survivor, I have taken steps to prepare for this potential storm and checked in on survivor sisters and friends who are undergoing treatments. What follows are my thoughts, concerns and possible tips for self-care during and after a storm. 

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Coping With Cancer After a Natural Disaster: Frequently Asked Questions for People With Cancer and Their Caregivers

Even during major weather events, the American Cancer Society is there to offer patient services and programs.

People in areas affected by storms who need American Cancer Society services should call our National Cancer Information Center at 1-800-227-2345. Cancer information specialists are available to answer calls 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

If you (or a loved one) have cancer and have had to evacuate your home or treatment center, or if your treatment plan has been changed due to a recent natural disaster, you may have trouble getting the cancer care you need. 

These questions and answers can help you figure out what you need to do and how to take care of yourself.