Behind every disaster are stories that never make the headlines.
Behind every disaster are stories that never make the headlines.
Blackout Fears Across 17 States: What Every Family Should Do Before the Lights Go Out
Recent headlines warning that 17 U.S. states have been placed under a power emergency have understandably caught people’s attention. The emergency order was issued as extreme heat, high electricity demand, reduced power generation, and limited energy imports placed significant stress on portions of the nation’s electrical grid. The goal of the order is simple: prevent […]
In Every Disaster, Children Need More Than Survival
When disasters strike, whether hurricanes, floods, wildfires, earthquakes, or acts of violence, our immediate focus is often on infrastructure, rescue operations, and restoring essential services. But there is another group whose needs are often less visible. Children. Disasters can be frightening and confusing for children. They may lose their sense of safety, experience disruptions to […]
What Happens After the Cameras Leave?
When disaster strikes, the world pays attention. News outlets broadcast heartbreaking images. Social media fills with calls for donations. Humanitarian organizations mobilize. For a brief moment, the world remembers. Then the headlines fade. The cameras leave. But for the people living through the disaster, the hardest part is often just beginning. That is one of […]
Mass Gathering Medicine
As millions of fans gathered across North America for the FIFA World Cup, the focus was naturally on the matches, the athletes, and the excitement of the tournament. But behind every successful game is an enormous effort involving public health, healthcare, emergency management, transportation, security, and community partners. The World Cup is one of the […]
Air Quality isn’t Just an Environmental Issue, it’s a Public Health Emergency
The map above tells a powerful story. Large portions of the northeastern United States and parts of Canada are experiencing Very Unhealthy to Hazardous air quality, with some areas reaching Air Quality Index (AQI) values well above 200. In my area, the AQI is 245, a level where everyone, not just vulnerable populations, can experience […]
Journal of Emergency Nursing Call for Papers
Great ideas deserve to be shared. The Journal of Emergency Nursing is currently accepting manuscript submissions on a wide range of emergency nursing topics—from artificial intelligence and implementation science to trauma, emergency department innovation, forensic nursing, performance improvement, and more. The journal is also welcoming new peer reviewers. Whether you’re an experienced researcher or publishing […]
Representation matters. Service matters. Purpose matters.
Only about 4% of the world’s population holds a doctoral degree. Palestinians comprise roughly 0.18% of the global population. I have the privilege of being both. Not because of where I started, but because of the opportunities, mentors, challenges, and unwavering belief that education should always be used in service of others. As a Palestinian, […]
Pediatric Disaster Readiness Resources
When disasters strike, children are often among the most vulnerable populations affected. Their physiological, developmental, psychological, and social needs differ significantly from those of adults, requiring specialized planning, equipment, training, and response strategies. Yet despite growing recognition of pediatric disaster vulnerabilities, many healthcare professionals remain unaware of the extensive resources available to support preparedness efforts. […]
World Refugee Day: More Than a Number, More Than a Crisis
Every year on June 20, the world recognizes World Refugee Day, a day dedicated to honoring the strength, resilience, and courage of people who have been forced to flee their homes due to conflict, persecution, violence, disaster, or instability. As a disaster nurse, humanitarian responder, and the daughter of Palestinian refugees, this day is deeply […]