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. 2021 Dec;30(12):1673-1680.
doi: 10.1089/jwh.2021.0553.

Emergency Preparedness and Response: Highlights from the Division of Reproductive Health, 2011-2021

Mirna Perez  1 , Romeo R Galang  1 , Margaret Christine Snead  1 , Penelope Strid  1 , Connie L Bish  1 , Van T Tong  2 , Wanda D Barfield  1 , Carrie K Shapiro-Mendoza  1 , Marianne E Zotti  3 , Sascha Ellington  1 ; Division of Reproductive Health Emergency Preparedness and Response Team
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Emergency Preparedness and Response: Highlights from the Division of Reproductive Health, 2011-2021

Mirna Perez et al. J Womens Health (Larchmt). 2021 Dec.

Abstract

This report provides historical context and rationale for coordinated, systematic, and evidence-based public health emergency preparedness and response (EPR) activities to address the needs of women of reproductive age. Needs of pregnant and postpartum women, and infants-before, during, and after public health emergencies-are highlighted. Four focus areas and related activities are described: (1) public health science; (2) clinical guidance; (3) partnerships, communication, and outreach; and (4) workforce development. Finally, the report summarizes major activities of the Division of Reproductive Health's EPR Team at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Keywords: emergency preparedness and response; maternal and infant health; maternal health.

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Guiding principles for assessing potential and emerging threats to WRA and infants during emergencies. WRA, women of reproductive age.
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