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CHA Releases Resource Web Page for Nationwide IV Fluid Shortage

What’s happening: As hospitals and other health care providers nationally grapple with the shortage of IV fluids following the temporary closure of Baxter International’s manufacturing plant in Marion, N.C., CHA has compiled federal, state, and local resources to assist hospitals. 

What else to know: Hurricane Helene hit the southeast in early October, causing widespread damage, including the temporary closure of Baxter’s plant — which, pre-Hurricane, manufactured 60% of the nation’s supply of IV solutions, producing 1.5 million bags per day.  

Kaiser FEMA ICS 100, ICS 200 and ICS 700 Course

Mandated Training on the National Incident Management System and the Incident Command System for Hospitals and Health Care Systems

ICS Web Training Course (ICS-100, ICS-200 & IS-700)

The Hospital Preparedness Program requires hospitals that receive grant funding to train their leadership in the National Incident Management System and the Incident Command System. This training is required for hospital emergency program managers and for personnel who are likely to assume an incident command position as described in the hospital’s emergency management plan.

Pediatric Hospital Surge Capacity in Public Health Emergencies

Shared by the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ), this tool addresses the special medical needs of children, and emphasizes how health care facilities must be prepared for both pediatric and adult victims of bio-terrorism attacks, including those resulting from dispersal of airborne or food borne agents.

FEMA Training

The Federal Emergency Management Agency provides a range of training and preparedness resources that can significantly enhance hospitals’ emergency response capabilities. These include specialized courses for health care professionals to provide essential knowledge and skills for managing various emergency situations. Additionally, FEMA’s exercise and evaluation programs enable hospitals to develop and assess their emergency plans […]

Active Shooter Event Response: Interactive Tabletop Exercise

Developed by UC San Diego Health System, this interactive tabletop exercise aims to enhance hospital preparedness for potential active shooter incidents. The exercise engages participants in a realistic scenario that promotes strategic discussions and decision-making regarding roles, communication strategies, and response protocols. Outcomes include building collaboration among various departments, highlighting the importance of coordinated responses […]

CHA Supports Bills That Alleviate Impact of Power Shut-off Events

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Senators Steve Glazer (D-Contra Costa) and Mike McGuire (D-Healdsburg) unveiled legislation on Wednesday to help hospitals and all Californians deal with some of the worst effects of power outages. CHA supports the legislation (see video from press event).

CHA Releases Issue Paper on Hospital Disaster Preparedness    

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CHA has published an issue paper titled Disaster Preparedness: A Way of Life for California Hospitals, describing federal and state requirements for hospitals and how they work every day to be ready for disasters of all kinds, including earthquakes.

State Offers Oxygen-Related Provider Hotline Resource

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To enhance the transparency of all oxygen-related equipment and supplies offered throughout the state, the California Health and Human Services Agency, in partnership with the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services, is offering a provider hotline for health care facilities and Medical and Health Operational Area Coordinators (MHOACs).