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What New Yorkers should do if there’s a nuclear alert Dr. Irwin Redlener outlines steps New Yorkers should take in the event of a nuclear alert Learn More
After false alarm in Hawaii, what to do in the event of a missile threat Dr. Irwin Redlener provides advice on what to do in the event of a missile threat Learn More
Hawaii’s missile scare “reminds us how precarious the nuclear age is” Dr. Irwin Redlener on the unsettling events around the false alarm missile alert in Hawaii Learn More
Chronic Disease After Natural Disasters: Public Health, Policy, and Provider Perspectives 2018-11-27T22:49:21Z Learn More
Dr. Irwin Redlener on Jimmy Kimmel Live! NCDP Director Dr. Irwin Redlener helps Jimmy Kimmel and Guillermo prepare for a potential nuclear attack. Learn More
Covering Recovery- Finding News in the Aftermath of Disaster On October 11, 2016, the Covering Recovery Project, a joint initiative of the Dart Center for Journalism and Trauma and the National Center for Disaster Preparedness, hosted its inaugural lunchtime colloquium at the Columbia Journalism School. The discussion explored innovative approaches to storytelling and under-reported policy debates. This is a live stream recording of the … Continue reading “Covering Recovery- Finding News in the Aftermath of Disaster” Learn More
IRE16: Investigating in the Wake of Disaster - Special Message As Dr. Redlener was unable to attend #IRE16 in person this year, he recorded a special message for all the attendees of the 2016 Investigative Reporters and Editors conference and in particular for the panel hosted by the Dart Center, Columbia University. This content is particularly pertinent for all journalists with an interest in covering … Continue reading “IRE16: Investigating in the Wake of Disaster – Special Message” Learn More
The American Preparedness Project: Where the US Public Stands in 2015 2018-08-30T21:10:53Z Learn More
Schools and Terrorism: Global Trends, Impacts, and Lessons for Resilience 2018-08-30T20:36:43Z Learn More
Anger Versus Fear: Perceptions of Terrorism Among the American Public 2019-05-22T14:53:54Z Learn More
Acts of terrorism and mass violence targeting schools : Analysis and implications for preparedness in the USA 2018-08-30T17:05:37Z Learn More
Growing Up in an Era of Extreme Events 2015-2016 Sustainable Development Seminar Series, “Growing Up in an Era of Extreme Events.” October 7th, 2015 1:00PM-4:00PM EDT As we look back at the last 10 years of extreme events, the response and recovery to Hurricane Katrina, Superstorm Sandy and the Ebola Crisis are a few of the many that have tested our disaster preparedness. … Continue reading “Growing Up in an Era of Extreme Events” Learn More
Missteps at WHO Fueled Ebola’s Spread The 2014 Ebola epidemic was always going to be deadly, but an Associated Press investigation, featuring quotes by NCDP Director Dr. Irwin Redlener, has found that a string of avoidable errors badly undermined the work of aid workers. Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oSgexq5qfcE Learn More
Ebola and the Politics of Pandemic The Earth Institute presented the first 2014-2015 Sustainable Development Seminar Series, Ebola and the Politics of Pandemic, on November 6th. Beyond urgent medical and humanitarian consequences and response demands, the growing Ebola crisis has serious implications for governments, the private sector, and public messengers. This session will explore how money, power, and media affect — … Continue reading “Ebola and the Politics of Pandemic” Learn More
Prepping for a Blizzard Dr. Redlener joined Inside Edition to discuss how to prepare to shelter in place during a weather-related event. Learn More
Climate Change and Health on the U.S. Gulf Coast: Public Health Adaptation is Needed to Address Future Risks 2018-08-30T17:39:42Z Learn More
The Medical Home and Care Coordination in Disaster Recovery: Hypothesis for Interventions and Research 2018-08-30T21:25:43Z Learn More
Disaster Prepared: How Federal Funding in the United States Supports Health System and Public Health Readiness 2018-08-30T18:03:38Z Learn More
The Ebola Crisis: What it Means for West Africa & the World The National Center for Disaster Preparedness, in collaboration with the Earth Institute, brought together experts and stakeholders for a timely and educational conference on the Ebola outbreak on October 27th, 2014. This conference facilitated a multi-disciplinary dialogue which will focus on how best to curb the epidemic, understand its impacts—particularly in terms of bioethical and … Continue reading “The Ebola Crisis: What it Means for West Africa & the World” Learn More
Is America prepared for an Ebola outbreak? Dr. Redlener speaks with WTOP 103.5 regarding the state of preparedness in the United Sates and its ability or inability to handle a major outbreak or infectious disease epidemic. Source: wtop.com/267/3718256/Is-America-prepared-for-an-Ebola-outbreak Learn More
Disasters: The Wake-Up Calls That Never Happen Dr. Irwin Redlener, Director of the National Center for Disaster Preparedness, provided expert commentary on KUOW, explaining why events like the landslide in Oso, Washington rarely yield the attention or resources needed to prepare or respond adequately for future events. Interview by Ross Reynolds at Seattle’s National Public Radio affiliate, KUOW, April 4, 2014 Click … Continue reading “Disasters: The Wake-Up Calls That Never Happen” Learn More
Harlem building collapse: Disaster journalism & long-term impacts Irwin Redlener, MD was interviewed by Gene Policinski, host of the Journalism Works radio program on March 14, 2014. Dr. Redlener discussed the long-term impacts of the recent gas explosion in Harlem, New York City, and addressed the socioeconomic needs of communities as they recover from disasters. Dr. Redlener also focuses on best practices for journalists after … Continue reading “Harlem building collapse: Disaster journalism & long-term impacts” Learn More
Why London and other cities could be “doomed” Isabel Hilton reports on the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy in New York. She speaks to Irwin Redlener, MD of The National Center for Disaster Preparedness and seismologist Klaus Jacobs who tells her why rising sea levels mean London and other cities could be “doomed”. Learn More
Children’s Health after the Oil Spill: A Four-State Study Findings from the Gulf Coast Population Impact (GCPI) Project Learn More
TED Talk: The Human Dimensions of Disaster Recovery In this TEDx NOLA talk, Dr. Irwin Redlener describes how improved coordination of intelligence services, enhanced detection of biological agents, and better infrastructure capacity can enable the public health sector to work more effectively. He also talks about the need for mobile medical care, electronic medical records, and further preparation for medical healthcare facility evacuations. Learn More
TED Talk: How to survive a nuclear attack Although the face of nuclear terror has changed since the Cold War, disaster-medicine expert Irwin Redlener reminds us the threat is still real. He examines some of history’s farcical countermeasures and offers practical advice on how to survive an attack. Learn More
Children, the environment, and preparing for disasters post-Katrina Center Director Irwin Redlener and The Earth Institute’s Jeff Sachs appeared on MSNBC’s Morning Joe on 8/26/10 to talk about the state of children, the environment, and preparing for disasters post-Katrina. Learn More
Trauma After Katrina: Kids Still Suffering Emotionally Dr. Irwin Redlener, Director of the National Center for Disaster Preparedness at Columbia University, speaks to CNN’s American Morning, live from New Orleans about research findings showing children still suffering emotionally from the 2005 disaster. Learn More
Rush to Nowhere: The Extraordinary Consequences of Large-Scale Evaucations National Evacuation Conference 2012, New Orleans, LA, February 7th – 9th. Breakfast plenary session: ” Rush to Nowhere: The extraordinary consequences of Large-Scale Evaucations.” featuring Dr. Irwin Redlener, Director, National Center for Disaster Preparedness. Introduction by Brian Wolshon, Gulf Coast Center for Evacuation and Transportation Resiliency. Original Link: http://vimeo.com/39058473 Learn More
Children’s Health after the Oil Spill: A Four-State Study Findings from the Gulf Coast Population Impact (GCPI) Project 2020-11-10T18:01:45Z Learn More
After Sandy: Climate and Our Coastal Future A University forum featuring faculty researchers from Columbia’s University, Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory, NASA-Goddard Institute for Space Studies, the Mailman School of Public Health, the Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science, and the School of International and Public Affairs. In the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, Columbia faculty from schools, institutes, and centers from across … Continue reading “After Sandy: Climate and Our Coastal Future” Learn More
Rural and suburban population surge following detonation of an improvised nuclear device: A new model to estimate impact 2019-05-22T14:55:57Z Learn More
Domestic preparedness cuts in the current federal budget threaten infrastructure gains and public health preparedness 2018-08-30T18:07:08Z Learn More
Impact on Children and Families of the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill: Preliminary Findings of the Coastal Population Impact Study Learn More
Climate Change and the Public's Health: The Coming Crisis for the U.S. Gulf Coast 2018-08-30T17:39:47Z Learn More
Recovery Research, Katrina's Fifth Anniversary, and Lessons Relearned 2018-08-30T20:21:38Z Learn More
Regional Health and Public Health Preparedness for Nuclear Terrorism: Optimizing Survival in a Low Probability/High Consequence Disaster 2018-08-30T20:23:09Z Learn More
Impact on Children and Families of the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill: Preliminary Findings of the Coastal Population Impact Study 2020-11-10T18:19:26Z Learn More
Day Three: Regional Resiliency and Health Challenges in the Aftermath of Nuclear Terrorism 2018-08-30T17:55:50Z Learn More
Children as Bellwethers of Recovery: Dysfunctional Systems and the Effects of Parents, Households, and Neighborhoods on Serious Emotional Disturbance in Children After Hurricane Katrina 2022-01-25T21:36:22Z Learn More
Pediatric Emergency Preparedness for Natural Disasters, Terrorism, and Public Health Emergencies: A National Consensus Conference: 2009 Update 2018-08-30T19:59:23Z Learn More
The 2008 American Preparedness Project: Why Parents May Not Heed Evacuation Orders and What Emergency Planners, Families and Schools Need to Know 2018-08-30T21:10:09Z Learn More
Population Vulnerabilities, Preconditions, and the Consequences of Disasters 2019-05-22T14:54:59Z Learn More
Lessons from Katrina – What Went Wrong, What Was Learned, Who’s Most Vulnerable 2019-05-22T14:54:44Z Learn More
Prevalence and Predictors of Mental Health Distress Post-Katrina: Findings From the Gulf Coast Child and Family Health Study 2022-01-25T21:37:18Z Learn More
The American Preparedness Project: Where the US Public Stands in 2007 on Terrorism, Security, and Disaster Preparedness 2018-08-30T21:10:44Z Learn More
Emergency Preparedness: Addressing the Needs of Persons with Disabilities 2018-08-30T18:14:47Z Learn More
Public Health Disaster Research: Surveying the Field, Defining its Future 2018-08-30T20:14:03Z Learn More
Establishing Permanent Mental Health Programs Post-Hurricane Katrina: Lessons Learned and Recommendations for Practice in Underserved Communities Impacted by Mass Trauma 2018-08-30T18:20:30Z Learn More
The Recovery Divide: Poverty and the Widening Gap Among Mississippi Children and Families Affected by Hurricane Katrina 2018-08-30T21:30:21Z Learn More
The Recovery Divide: Poverty and the Widening Gap Among Mississippi Children and Families Affected by Hurricane Katrina: Executive Summary 2018-08-30T21:30:20Z Learn More
Safer Schools in an Age of Mass Violence: Back to the Basics of Public Health 2018-08-30T20:35:18Z Learn More
The Legacy of Katrina's Children: Estimating the Numbers of Hurricane-Related At-Risk Children in the Gulf Coast States of Louisiana and Mississippi 2018-08-30T21:24:39Z Learn More
Pediatric Preparedness for Disasters, Terrorism and Public Health Emergencies: A National Consensus Conference: Executive Summary and Final Report 2018-08-30T19:59:23Z Learn More
The New York City Principals Pandemic Flu Survey: Are Schools Prepared? 2019-05-22T14:55:00Z Learn More
National Preparedness Planning: The Historical Context and Current State of the U.S. Public's Readiness, 1940-2005 2018-08-30T19:41:03Z Learn More
Critical Concepts for Children in Disasters Identified by Hands-on Professionals: Summary of Issues Demanding Solutions Before the Next One 2018-08-30T17:52:53Z Learn More
Homeland Preparedness for Major Terrorism in 2006: Not Yet Ready for Prime Time 2018-08-30T18:49:08Z Learn More
Ethical and Legal Challenges Posed by mandatory Hurricane Evacuation: Duties and Limits 2018-08-30T18:21:11Z Learn More
Responding to an Emerging Humanitarian Crisis in Louisiana and Mississippi: Urgent Need for Health Care "Marshall Plan" 2019-05-22T15:10:35Z Learn More
Chronicles From Out-of-State Professionals: Providing Primary Care to Underserved Children After a Disaster: A National Organization Response 2019-05-22T15:10:36Z Learn More
Dr. Irwin Redlener joins Jon Stewart on the Daily Show Dr. Irwin Redlener would make this country more prepared by providing competent leadership, organization, and accountability. Learn More
Preparing Health Professions Students for Terrorism, Disaster, and Public Health Emergencies: Core Competencies 2018-08-30T20:08:53Z Learn More
Snapshot 2005: Where the American Public Stands on Terrorism and Preparedness Four Years after September 11 2019-05-22T14:56:04Z Learn More
The Willingness of U.S. Emergency Medical Technicians to Respond to Terrorist Incidents 2018-08-30T21:37:34Z Learn More
Terrorism and preparedness: What September 11 and its aftermath mean for physicians 2018-08-30T21:09:06Z Learn More
Preparing for disasters: What should you know, and when should you know it? 2019-05-22T14:53:24Z Learn More
Uncommon Sense, Uncommon Courage: How the New York City School System, Its Teachers, Leadership and Students Responded to the Terror of September 11 2018-08-30T21:53:44Z Learn More
Pediatric Terrorism Preparedness National Guidelines and Recommendations: Findings of an Evidenced-based Consensus Process 2018-08-30T19:59:26Z Learn More
How Americans Feel About Terrorism and Security: Three Years After September 11 2019-05-22T14:53:20Z Learn More
Pediatric Preparedness for Disasters and Terrorism: A National Consensus Conference: Executive Summary 2018-08-30T19:59:23Z Learn More
How Americans Feel About Terrorism And Security: Two Years After 9/11 2019-05-22T15:15:42Z Learn More
The 9/11 terror attacks: Emotional consequences persist for children and their families 2019-05-22T14:55:57Z Learn More
System-based Mobile Primary Pediatric Care for Homeless Children: The Anatomy of a Working Program 2019-05-22T14:55:53Z Learn More
The Homeless Child Health Care Inventory: Assessing the Efficacy of Linkages to Primary Care 2019-05-22T14:55:53Z Learn More
Constructive Conflict Management and Coping in Homeless Children Adolescents 2019-05-22T14:55:56Z Learn More
Overcoming barriers to health care access for medically underserved children 2018-08-30T19:54:34Z Learn More
