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Since 2000, schools of public health have played an essential role in reaching and teaching the public health preparedness workforce through research, education and training. SPH collaborate with governmental and non-governmental agencies to prepare for and respond to all hazards events including bioterrorism, emerging infectious diseases, and environmental threats. Schools of public health educate students who become the next generation of public health leaders; develop valuable trainings for working professionals; and conduct vital research that will improve future public health practices.
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ASPH, serving as a central coordinator of our schools preparedness activities:
- Promotes school of public health preparedness trainings, resources, education and drills through the Preparedness Resource Center and Education Calendar.
- Fosters collaboration among our schools through meetings and conferences.
- Works collaboratively with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to meet SPH-specific requirements of the Pandemic and All Hazards Preparedness Act related to competency development and preparedness research translation.
- Develops promotion materials and promotes work of the schools and meetings of national organizations.
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Current ASPH and schools preparedness projects include:
The national network of academic institutions working in collaboration with state and local public health departments and other community partners to provide life-long learning opportunities to the public health workforce.
The PERRCs will conduct research that will evaluate the structure, capabilities, and performance of public health systems for preparedness and emergency response activities.
At the request of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, ASPH is engaging the appropriate experts to develop a model of preparedness and response core competencies for mid-level public health workers.
To see all Competency Development Projects, click here.
Public Health Responses to Natural Disasters
In the first months of 2010, we have experienced two major natural disasters: the devastating earthquakes in Haiti and Chile. The public health workforce plays an integral role in responding to natural disasters, such as earthquakes. They help ensure access to clean water, food, and shelter; assist in providing healthcare services; provide health education; and monitor diseases and injuries; among other services.
 To learn more about how the Schools of Public Health have responded to the earthquake in Haiti, click here.
Public Health Alert: 2009 H1N1 Influenza
 In response to the recent human cases of 2009 H1N1 influenza (formerly called swine flu) in the United States and abroad, the Schools of Public Health have organized several trainings, resources, and repositories of information to provide information on the current outbreak, and provide tips for managing this public health emergency and keep the nation healthy.
Click here for more information.
Communicating in the First Hours: Initial Communication With the Public During a Potential Terrorism Event
Formative research reports from Schools of Public Health provide pre-event messaging ideas for botulism, pneumonic plague, VX, and dirty bombs to aid health officials in communicating with the public in the first hours of an emergency. Click here for more information.
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