CDC Emergency Preparedness and You

These CDC podcasts are intended to increase the nation's ability to prepare for and respond to public health emergencies.

  • 3 minutes 39 seconds
    Back to School Preparedness
    This podcast highlights the importance of emergency preparedness for children and guides parents on how to develop an emergency preparedness plan for their children as they head back to school.
    13 August 2019, 11:31 pm
  • 5 minutes 28 seconds
    Snowpocalypse
    In this podcast, CDC asks its staff about their experiences during the January 2014 Snowpocalypse and if they were prepared.
    23 June 2014, 4:02 pm
  • 6 minutes 49 seconds
    Boots on the Ground: Maricopa County
    In this podcast, we talk to CDC career epidemiology field officer Rebecca Sunenshine about her response efforts to a suspected tuberculosis case aboard a US Airways flight and the development of an airport emergency response plan.
    9 April 2014, 7:30 pm
  • 5 minutes 41 seconds
    Boots on the Ground: Arizona
    In this podcast, we talk to CDC public health advisor Lisa Speissegger about her response efforts during the 2013 Arizona wildfires.
    26 December 2013, 1:00 pm
  • 4 minutes 46 seconds
    Boots on the Ground: Maryland
    In this podcast, we talk to CDC public health advisor Artensie Flowers to see how her work with the Maryland State Health Department increases local health preparedness and response.
    24 October 2013, 5:20 pm
  • 3 minutes 9 seconds
    What's In Your Emergency Kit?
    An emergency kit can help you survive during a disaster. This podcast discusses supplies to include in your kit.
    21 December 2012, 2:40 am
  • 4 minutes 28 seconds
    Hurricane Season: Are You Ready?
    Hurricanes are one of Mother Nature’s most powerful forces. Host Bret Atkins talks with CDC’s National Center for Environmental Health Director Dr. Chris Portier about the main threats of a hurricane and how you can prepare.
    24 September 2012, 1:00 pm
  • 2 minutes 21 seconds
    Food for Disasters
    When disaster strikes, you might not have access to food or water. This podcast discusses types of emergency food supplies you should keep on hand in your emergency kit.
    23 July 2012, 8:01 pm
  • 2 minutes 58 seconds
    Wildfire Smoke Health Watch
    Smoke from wildfires can be dangerous to your health. In this podcast, you will learn the health threats of wildfire smoke and steps you can take to minimize these effects.
    23 July 2012, 8:00 pm
  • 50 seconds
    Staying Safe in Your Home During a Hurricane
    If you are not ordered to evacuate, and you stay in your home through a hurricane, there are things you can do to protect yourself and your family.
    13 August 2008, 3:25 pm
  • 48 seconds
    Preparing for a Hurricane: Prescription Medications
    What you should do to protect yourself and your family from a hurricane. As you evacuate, remember to take your prescription medicines with you.
    17 July 2008, 6:30 pm
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