Dr. Irwin Redlener interviewed by 'The Nation' magazine on drought NCDP Director Dr. Irwin Redlener talks about the physical and mental health impact of drought, in the short and long term. “Drought affects the economy, water supply, lifestyle, and agricultural productivity. The downstream consequences on humans that are facing these threats, including loss of jobs and daily lifestyle challenges, become overwhelming…[and] how are children impacted by … Continue reading “Dr. Irwin Redlener interviewed by ‘The Nation’ magazine on drought” Learn More
Dr. Irwin Redlener awarded 2014 Schweitzer Prize for Humanitarianism NCDP Director Irwin Redlener, MD, was honored with the prestigious Albert Schweitzer Prize for Humanitarianism on November 7, at the Schweitzer Leadership Conference in Boston. The award is given annually to an individual who has helped bring health care to all people, regardless of their economic and social status, and “whose commitment to service influences and … Continue reading “Dr. Irwin Redlener awarded 2014 Schweitzer Prize for Humanitarianism” Learn More
Study Conducted on NJ Residents Post-Sandy The story of the Sandy Child & Family Health Study (S-CAFH): People who want to learn more about Superstorm Sandy that hit New Jersey in 2012 are knocking on doors, wanting to hear more about the storm’s impact on the state. NBC10 Jersey Shore reporter Ted Greenberg uncovers what the study is revealing. Watch video. Learn More
Children's Health Fund Pledges $2.5 Million for NCDP The Children’s Health Fund, a national organization that supports pediatric care for underserved children, recently announced its renewed support for the National Center for Disaster Preparedness with a $2.5 million pledge. Over the past decade, the center has engaged in a number of projects funded by the fund, with a focus on several areas of mutual interest including preparing children, … Continue reading “Children’s Health Fund Pledges $2.5 Million for NCDP” Learn More
How children cope with the trauma of the Oklahoma tornado Dr. Redlener, joins Martin Bashir to discuss the challenges of making children, like those in Oklahoma, feel safe again after the devastating tornadoes. Click the source link for the full interview. Learn More
Columbia to Lead and Conduct Deepwater Horizon Child Impact Study David Abramson, PhD, MPH, Deputy Director of NCDP, will lead a five-year longitudinal study to examine the effects of the 2010 Deepwater Horizon Spill on children living in Louisiana. Learn More
Ensuring the Health Security of America's Children ASPR’s Nicki Lurie and CDC’s Ali Khan reference NCDP’s Children as Bellwethers framework in their article as a rationale for a Whole Community approach to children’s health. Learn More
Connecticut school shooting: How to discuss it with your kids A tragedy like the Newton school attack is difficult to fathom for adults, but how do you explain it to your kids? Center Director, Dr. Irwin Redlener, a pediatrician at Columbia University, offers his insights as to how parents can help their children cope with their fears. Learn More
Are our children terrorist targets? Are U.S. children potential terror targets? While such a notion is almost impossible to contemplate, evidence increasingly suggests that U.S. intelligence efforts must be alert to this horrific possibility and that schools and first-responders should have appropriate emergency plans. Click for the full story. Learn More
