Emergency Response

Preparing for Alaska's next health emergency

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    Overview

    Health emergencies can look like everyday calls to 9-1-1, or they can be as complex as responding to a pandemic. The Department of Health has plans in place to ensure that no matter what the emergency is, we are prepared and staffed to support it.

    Resources

    Services

    Pediatric Care Facility Recognition

    A facility’s pediatric care rank is based on staff, services, and equipment

    Provider Facilities Providers

    Pediatric Emergency Care Coordinator training

    Training for care coordinators specializing in pediatric emergency care

    Provider Facilities Providers

    Pediatric Emergency Care Medical Hotline

    Hotline for emergency care facilities offering pediatric medical consultation

    Provider Facilities Providers

    Education

    Disaster Behavioral Health Response

    Trauma Services

    Services

    Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Certification

    Certification for EMTs, EMS instructors, dispatchers, and ambulance services

    Education

    Trauma Services

    Related Organizations

    Alaska Emergency Medical Services (EMS)

    Latest newsletter, education, and public information

    Alaska Emergency Medical Services for Children (EMSC)

    To assure the unique health care needs of the pediatric population are always considered.

    Health Emergency Response Operations (HERO)

    Develops disaster preparation plans and training for healthcare facilities

    Rural and Community Health Systems

    Supports Alaska’s healthcare needs by improving access in rural and underserved areas and strengthening Statewide emergency preparedness and response.