A Q&A with Jeffrey Upperman, a national leader in pediatric trauma and disaster preparedness.

Jeffrey Upperman, MD, surgeon-in-chief at Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt, talks about why the U.S. needs a coordinated initiative to emphasize the impact of disasters on children to improve both future crisis responses and the care of children in the immediate aftermath and as they develop.

JMU expert available to discuss flooding impacts in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene

James Madison University Geomorphology professor L. Scott Eaton is available to discuss flooding impacts in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene.   More than 100 people have died across six states and hundreds of roads remain closed, especially in the Carolinas.…

FSU expert available to discuss insurance implications of hurricane aftermath

By: Stephen Stone | Published: October 1, 2024 | 11:39 am | SHARE: In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, property damage could reach up to $26 billion, according to Moody’s Analytics.Impacted by hurricanes or not, it is always important for homeowners to understand their insurance policies to make filing potential claims easier.

USU Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress Offers Essential Mental Health Resources for Helene Aftermath

In the wake of Hurricane Helene’s devastating impact, the Uniformed Services University (USU) Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress (CSTS) has developed a series of vital mental health resources aimed at helping individuals, families, healthcare professionals, first responders and community leaders navigate the emotional aftermath of the disaster. These resources offer practical guidance to foster resilience, address trauma, and promote recovery across affected populations.