October 2021 Newsletter
WELCOME TO THE HEALTHCARE COALITION OF MAINE NEWSLETTER
OUR MISSION
The mission of the Healthcare Coalition of Maine (HCCME) is to develop and sustain a powerful coalition of health care organizations, first responders, and other key partners united to save lives and improve health outcomes during disasters through preparedness, planning, response, and recovery efforts.
UPCOMING COALITION EVENTS
November Chapter Meetings will cover Coalition Updates as well as a Joint Risk Assessment (JRA) Workshop, first identifying the hazards with the greatest potential to interrupt or prevent the continuation of healthcare at the chapter level then discussing the common causes and mitigation strategies.
In preparation for HCCME's JRA workshops, please answer this very brief survey (by Nov. 3rd ) to assist us in collecting information regarding what hazards have the greatest potential to interrupt or prevent the continuation of healthcare at the chapter level.
Register here for the Northern Chapter Meeting on November 10th from 9-10:30am
Register here for the Central Chapter Meeting on November 12th from 9-10:30am
Register here for the Southern Chapter Meeting on November 19th from 9-10:30am
TWO POSITIONS AVAILABLE!
All Clear Emergency Management Group is searching for a detail oriented, highly skilled and motivated Healthcare Coalition Coordinator to join our team! This position will provide coverage to the Northern Chapter by planning, implementing, and evaluating activities associated with the Coalition. Additionally, this position will recruit and maintain a diverse coalition membership with hospital, public health, emergency management, emergency medical services and other healthcare partners.
For more information, see the full job description located here. Cover letters and resumes should be submitted by email to jobs_HCCME@AllClearEMG.com.
We also continue to search for a detail oriented, highly skilled and motivated Contract Clinical Advisor to join our team! This position will serve the HCCME, by providing clinical leadership and serving as a liaison between the Coalition and medical directors/medical leadership at health care facilities, supporting entities (e.g., blood banks), and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) agencies.
For more information, see the full job description located here. Cover letters and resumes should be submitted by email to jobs+clinical@AllClearEMG.com.
Preparing For the Next Influenza Pandemic
In 2009, many public health, emergency management, and healthcare entities globally witnessed the spread of the H1N1 influenza virus. Additionally, these same organizations found themselves underprepared again when faced with the coronavirus pandemic in 2021.
Since then, there have been major advancements and improvements in detection technology, treatment, PPE, plans and protocols, and response. However, the threat of another influenza pandemic has also grown. There has been an increase in the number of novel influenza viruses that have proved their capacity to infect humans. Thus, it is important for public health, emergency management, and healthcare organizations to be prepared for the next novel influenza pandemic.
There are many ways for organizations to start preparing now. These actionable steps include:
practicing an all-hazards approach when it comes to emergency preparedness planning
participating in regional, statewide, and national trainings and exercises, and finally
keeping your plans updated
If you or your organization would like more information on what you can do now, consult with your Healthcare Coalition Coordinator and follow the coalition website calendar to find upcoming trainings and exercises.
Partner Resources
We ALL have a role to play in preventing pediatric suicide
In the United States, suicide is the second leading cause of death for youths ages 10-18. Increasingly, the emergency care system has become a safety net for treating pediatric mental health issues: from 2007 to 2015, ED visits for suicide attempts and ideation doubled among the nation’s youth.
In light of the urgent need to address pediatric mental health, and with October 10th as World Mental Health Day, we are pleased to share the latest Pediatric Education and Advocacy Kit (PEAK): Suicide.
PEAK: Suicide includes multidisciplinary resources that are created, synthesized, and vetted through the EIIC Knowledge Management Domain working with numerous collaborators. All resources are free and open access. We encourage you to share these resources widely; more will be added over time and they will be iteratively updated. Please also keep an eye out for the upcoming PEAK: Agitation, and remember that PEAK: Status epilepticus is always available.
partner trainings and webinars
All Clear Webinar Series
All Clear is offering a new series of FREE webinars to assist organizations with their emergency preparedness needs. Check out the upcoming offerings and register here. The 30- minute webinars are offered to anyone interested in taking their Emergency Preparedness Program to the next level.
Planning Best Practices - November 2, 2:00PM EST
All Clear believes in practical plans that are actually usable in an emergency and in the benefits of a comprehensive planning process. We also understand that plan writing can seem insurmountable. Join us as we discuss best practices to get your plan writing moving!
Easing the Burden of Exercises - December 14, 2:00PM EST
Join us as we break down the differences between operations-based exercises and the CMS “Exercise of Choice.’ Participants will leave this webinar with a better understanding of the CMS Emergency Preparedness Exercise Requirement and best practices for meeting those requirements.
ASTHO- Leading with Gratitude
Thursday, November 18 from 4:00-4:45 PM EDT
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CDC-Weekly National COVID-19 Call Series: for state, tribal, local, and territorial partners to deliver the latest information on the outbreak and U.S. preparedness efforts
Occurs every Monday from 2:00-2:45 PM EDT
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CDC- National Call Series on COVID-19-Related Response Strategies: provides STLT partners with timely updates and peer-to-peer learning and sharing of successful response strategies.
Occurs every Thursday from 2:00-3:00 PM EDT
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Vermont Healthcare Emergency Preparedness Coalition Burn Surge Management Training
Module 1: Hazards that can lead to a burn disaster and historical examples, case studies Video & PowerPoint
Module 2: Burn triage, overview of triage inputs and triage decision-making considerations Video & PowerPoint
Module 3: The science of surge capacity Video & PowerPoint
Module 4: Burn surge disaster plan development, key considerations developing a burn surge strategy for your organization Video & PowerPoint
CONTACT US
Email your coalition coordinators at HCCME@AllClearEMG.com to assist you with any of your preparedness needs.
As a reminder, we recommend that you bookmark our website MaineHCCs.com and check in often as we are continually updating the calendar with meetings, trainings, and exercises!