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Public health
fromNature
1 day ago

How I harness research to inform humanitarian relief efforts

Beverley Stringer has dedicated her career to humanitarian work with Médecins Sans Frontières, focusing on improving public health in crisis settings.
#crisis-management
Marketing
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

In a Public Crisis, What You Prioritize Determines Whether You Execute or Stall

In a crisis, leaders must discern which voices matter to maintain control and focus on relevant stakeholders.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
4 hours ago

The person who thrives during a crisis and falls apart during ordinary weeks isn't broken. Their entire operating system was built for emergencies, and peace registers as a system error because they never learned what competence feels like without urgency underneath it. - Silicon Canals

Crisis-thrivers are often dysregulated, struggling with normalcy after emergencies, revealing a deeper issue with their nervous system's response to stress.
fromNextgov.com
5 days ago
Online Community Development

When the storm hits: What Hurricane Katrina still teaches federal leaders about continuity of operations

Marketing
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

In a Public Crisis, What You Prioritize Determines Whether You Execute or Stall

In a crisis, leaders must discern which voices matter to maintain control and focus on relevant stakeholders.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
4 hours ago

The person who thrives during a crisis and falls apart during ordinary weeks isn't broken. Their entire operating system was built for emergencies, and peace registers as a system error because they never learned what competence feels like without urgency underneath it. - Silicon Canals

Crisis-thrivers are often dysregulated, struggling with normalcy after emergencies, revealing a deeper issue with their nervous system's response to stress.
Online Community Development
fromNextgov.com
5 days ago

When the storm hits: What Hurricane Katrina still teaches federal leaders about continuity of operations

Preparation, relationships, and resourcefulness are essential for effective crisis management, as demonstrated during Hurricane Katrina.
#humanitarian-aid
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 hours ago

Aid groups bidding to boost relief shipments into Iran

Humanitarian aid to Iran is severely disrupted due to conflict, with recent shipments providing critical medical supplies and support for displaced populations.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 hours ago

Aid groups bidding to boost relief shipments into Iran

Humanitarian aid to Iran is severely disrupted due to conflict, with recent shipments providing critical medical supplies and support for displaced populations.
UK politics
fromComputerWeekly.com
13 hours ago

Flood warning: How citizens' AI agents will swamp public services | Computer Weekly

AI has the potential to transform public services by reducing user friction and improving access for citizens.
Canada news
fromMail Online
3 hours ago

Shockwaves felt across US states after earthquake rattles Canada

A magnitude 4.0 earthquake near Ottawa, Canada, was felt across multiple US states, causing mild to moderate shaking but no reported injuries.
fromwww.bbc.com
12 hours ago

Woman jumps off third floor balcony to escape fire

This incident highlights why you should always ensure your escape route is clear and why we recommend to never charge your e-bike or e-scooter on your means of escape, such as a hallway or by your front door.
London
#mental-health
fromGothamist
1 day ago
Healthcare

NewYork-Presbyterian agrees to bolster care for patients in mental health crisis

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital will implement reforms to improve mental health care following a settlement over inadequate patient supervision.
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago
Mental health

A New Master's Degree Helps Improve Global Mental Health

Global mental health awareness is increasing, but significant gaps in services and cultural acceptance persist worldwide.
Healthcare
fromGothamist
1 day ago

NewYork-Presbyterian agrees to bolster care for patients in mental health crisis

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital will implement reforms to improve mental health care following a settlement over inadequate patient supervision.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

A New Master's Degree Helps Improve Global Mental Health

Global mental health awareness is increasing, but significant gaps in services and cultural acceptance persist worldwide.
#fire
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
11 hours ago

Fire in Crown Heights, Brooklyn kills 2, displaces multiple families

Two people died and a firefighter was injured in a fire at a Crown Heights apartment building.
California
fromPadailypost
22 hours ago

11 people lose their home in an apartment fire

A kitchen renovation project caused a fire in a Mountain View apartment, displacing 11 residents but resulting in no injuries.
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
11 hours ago

Fire in Crown Heights, Brooklyn kills 2, displaces multiple families

Two people died and a firefighter was injured in a fire at a Crown Heights apartment building.
California
fromPadailypost
22 hours ago

11 people lose their home in an apartment fire

A kitchen renovation project caused a fire in a Mountain View apartment, displacing 11 residents but resulting in no injuries.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

Neuroscience reveals that the calmest person in any crisis isn't naturally fearless - their brain learned to delay panic because their childhood required them to be functional before they were allowed to be afraid - Silicon Canals

Calmness under pressure is a learned response, not merely a personality trait or temperament.
Social justice
fromGothamist
1 day ago

Can Columbus, Ohio teach the NYPD about crowd control? Mamdani wants to find out.

Columbus emphasizes conversation and de-escalation in protest policing, contrasting with aggressive tactics historically used by the NYPD.
Environment
fromFuturism
2 days ago

Heat Waves Are Getting So Brutal That They Just Kill You, Full Stop

Wet bulb temperature is a critical measure of heat and humidity affecting human survivability, revealing a lower threshold for mass heat death than previously thought.
Education
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

Using Human Kindness as a Shield Against School Violence

Billions are wasted on ineffective security measures for schools instead of investing in mental health resources and social support systems.
SF politics
fromFortune
3 days ago

Some communities are enduring unprecedented long waits on federal disaster requests, and Democrat-led states say they're being denied | Fortune

The Trump administration approved disaster declarations for seven states, enabling federal support for recovery from extreme weather events.
Non-profit organizations
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

Communities are waiting on billions in disaster funding from the Trump administration

Placerville faces wildfire risks, but a FEMA-funded program to enhance home resilience is stalled due to bureaucratic delays.
#lebanon
France politics
fromWIRED
6 days ago

'We Were Not Ready for This': Lebanon's Emergency System Is Hanging by a Thread

Lebanon faces a humanitarian crisis with nearly 1 in 5 people displaced by Israeli attacks, struggling with inadequate digital infrastructure.
Healthcare
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

Hospitals in Beirut struggle to deal with casualties after Israeli attacks

Israeli attacks on Lebanon have resulted in significant casualties and overwhelmed medical facilities, particularly affecting children and vulnerable populations.
France politics
fromWIRED
6 days ago

'We Were Not Ready for This': Lebanon's Emergency System Is Hanging by a Thread

Lebanon faces a humanitarian crisis with nearly 1 in 5 people displaced by Israeli attacks, struggling with inadequate digital infrastructure.
Healthcare
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

Hospitals in Beirut struggle to deal with casualties after Israeli attacks

Israeli attacks on Lebanon have resulted in significant casualties and overwhelmed medical facilities, particularly affecting children and vulnerable populations.
Remote teams
from3blmedia
1 week ago

Why Traditional Evacuation Plans Fall Short in Hybrid Work

Hybrid work complicates evacuation plans, creating gaps when designated safety personnel are absent, necessitating a shift to more inclusive safety strategies.
#gaza
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Exhausted Palestinians struggle to put lives back together as world's gaze fixes on Iran

Life in Gaza has become brutal and disconnected from the past, with ongoing violence and a dire humanitarian situation affecting daily existence.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Exhausted Palestinians struggle to put lives back together as world's gaze fixes on Iran

Life in Gaza has become brutal and disconnected from the past, with ongoing violence and a dire humanitarian situation affecting daily existence.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
6 days ago

Ransomware Response: How Businesses Regain Control Under Pressure

Ransomware attacks create urgent pressure, forcing quick decisions and impacting operations, legal obligations, and overall enterprise strategy.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

When Trauma Awareness Stops at the Hospital Door

Chronic health conditions significantly impact psychological well-being, yet healthcare providers often neglect this aspect for both patients and themselves.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Millions in war-ravaged Sudan surviving on one meal a day, say NGOs

Millions of people in Sudan are surviving on just one meal a day, as the country's food crisis deepens and threatens to spread. The war has caused widespread hunger and displaced millions amid one of the world's largest humanitarian crises.
World news
fromIrish Independent
4 days ago

Garda Commissioner declares national fuel protests an 'exceptional event'; Ambulance and fire services to curtail operations due to fuel shortages

Three national fuel depots at Whitegate refinery, Shannon Foynes port and the Port of Galway remain restricted due to the blockades, and movement at the three sites is extremely limited.
Europe news
#climate-change
Environment
fromFast Company
4 days ago

This new interactive map shows which NYC blocks are most vulnerable to flooding

Climate change threatens New York City with flooding, as over one-fifth of the city is identified as vulnerable 'Blue Zones'.
Education
fromSecuritymagazine
4 days ago

School's Out, But Security's Not: Preparing for K-12 Summertime Security

Summer vacation does not reduce security threats in K-12 environments; instead, the nature of risks changes significantly.
Social justice
fromAdvocate.com
4 days ago

Beyond awareness: How youth leadership is reshaping the HIV response

Young people, especially Black and Latinx youth, face significant barriers in HIV advocacy and decision-making despite being heavily impacted by the epidemic.
Public health
fromThe Nation
5 days ago

Public Health Needs to Get Off the Laptop and Into the Streets

Transformational experiences in South Africa with TAC emphasized the importance of community engagement and effective communication in health education.
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
5 days ago

24/7 Crisis Center Opens In Brooklyn

The facility, located at 2862 Fulton St., is designed to provide immediate stabilization, therapeutic support, and discharge planning to connect patients with longer-term services.
Brooklyn
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
5 days ago

Not everyone who keeps a small social circle is protecting their energy. Some of them built a wide one once, watched it reveal exactly how many people would show up during an actual emergency, and quietly restructured around the answer - Silicon Canals

Small social circles often result from past crises that reveal true friendships, rather than a preference for fewer connections.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
5 days ago

Drug checking service issues warning after surge of suspected overdoses in Toronto | CBC News

Toronto's drug checking service warns of a surge in opioid overdoses and related deaths, highlighting contamination in the unregulated opioid supply.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

We waited 12 years': escapees from Syria's camps face an uncertain future

Eva Dumani's release from a Syrian camp highlights the plight of many detained individuals and the urgent need for government repatriation efforts.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Commuter thanks stranger who restarted his heart

I got to the top of the stairs and felt a bit dizzy. I remember thinking I'm going to fall over. I got onto one knee and then, that was it, I don't remember anything else.
London
San Francisco
fromMission Local
2 weeks ago

Cell outage blocks San Francisco 911 calls

A cell outage may disrupt 911 calls in San Francisco, prompting residents to use Wi-Fi calling or text 911 for assistance.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Non-survivable': heatwaves are already breaching human limits, with worse to come, study finds

When scientists applied a new model of human survivability that takes into account the body's ability to function and stay cool depending on age, they found all six events had seen non-survivable periods for older people who could not find shade.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

New Zealand's North Island braces for Cyclone Vaianu with thousands ordered to evacuate

Cyclone Vaianu is forecast to bring heavy rain and winds of up to 130 km/h, with authorities warning of potential coastal flooding and landslides.
World news
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
3 weeks ago

National Security Starts at Home - Not on the Battlefield

National security relies on enduring internal capacity rather than just accumulated hard power or visible instruments of power.
Environment
fromState of the Planet
6 days ago

Sinking Land Drives Hidden Flood Risk in One of the World's Most Populated Regions

Land subsidence on Java Island is significantly increasing flood risk, potentially accounting for 85% of sea level rise by 2050.
World news
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
4 days ago

Middle East conflict escalation raises humanitarian and economic alarm - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The Middle East conflict is causing widespread destruction, economic uncertainty, and a deteriorating humanitarian situation, impacting global markets and regional stability.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Danger after disaster: why emergencies come with increased risks for women

Women often bear the brunt of caregiving responsibilities during natural disasters, increasing their vulnerability and challenges faced in recovery.
Berlin
fromwww.berlin.de
3 weeks ago

Berlin plans to strengthen civil defense

Berlin's Senate commits to strengthening civil defense through appointing coordinators in each department and increasing crisis drills to enhance population protection and crisis resilience.
Non-profit organizations
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

A charity that usually feeds people in war zones and disaster areas is providing meals to TSA officers who aren't getting paid | Fortune

Nonprofits are providing support to TSA officers affected by the government shutdown, delivering meals and resources to help during the funding lapse.
Healthcare
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

WHO warns of health crisis unfolding in real time' across Middle East

A total stop to hostilities in the Middle East is essential to prevent a health crisis, according to the WHO's regional director.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 weeks ago

The deal that cost father and son's lives in 'forgotten disaster'

A father and son died in a 1946 crush at an FA Cup match at Burnden Park when over 85,000 people exceeded the stadium's 20,000 capacity, killing 33 and injuring 400.
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Why Your Phone Battery Dies Faster During a Public Emergency

When cell towers are damaged or overloaded, phones work harder to stay connected, using up more power. Weak signals, frequent reconnecting, and increased activity from the phone's modem are among the main reasons the battery does not last as long in these situations.
Coronavirus
Online Community Development
fromNextgov.com
4 weeks ago

When disaster strikes, census data can help show who is in harm's way

The U.S. Census Bureau's OnTheMap for Emergency Management tool helps officials quickly estimate population and workforce data in disaster-affected areas to guide emergency response and recovery efforts.
#emergency-preparedness
Public health
fromMail Online
3 weeks ago

Emergency list reveals survival items Americans should stockpile

Americans should prepare emergency supplies to sustain themselves for several days without outside help during disasters.
California
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Saratoga evacuation seminar helps residents prepare for emergencies

Saratoga city officials hosted a preparedness seminar with public safety organizations and nonprofits to help residents understand evacuation procedures and emergency response coordination.
Public health
fromMail Online
3 weeks ago

Emergency list reveals survival items Americans should stockpile

Americans should prepare emergency supplies to sustain themselves for several days without outside help during disasters.
California
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Saratoga evacuation seminar helps residents prepare for emergencies

Saratoga city officials hosted a preparedness seminar with public safety organizations and nonprofits to help residents understand evacuation procedures and emergency response coordination.
fromMail Online
3 weeks ago

Emergency playbook for worldwide crises quietly released

The guidance comes from the International Energy Agency (IEA), which last week released its report 'Sheltering From Oil Shocks' outlining 10 steps countries could take if supplies tighten.
Environment
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Why SF's emergency sirens will stay silent even amid Iran drone threat

San Francisco's emergency sirens have remained silent since 2019 due to unrepaired hardware and security issues, leaving the city reliant on alternative alert methods despite potential security threats.
France politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 weeks ago

Displaced Lebanese shelter in schools, stadiums amid Israeli attacks

Israeli attacks have displaced over 800,000 people in Lebanon and killed more than 850, prompting a UN $308 million emergency aid appeal.
#public-health-policy
Public health
fromNebraska Examiner
4 weeks ago

3 states and New York City join global disease response network * Nebraska Examiner

State and local public health departments in California, Illinois, New York, and New York City independently joined WHO's Global Outbreak Alert and Response Network after the U.S. federal government withdrew from the WHO.
Public health
fromNebraska Examiner
4 weeks ago

3 states and New York City join global disease response network * Nebraska Examiner

State and local public health departments in California, Illinois, New York, and New York City independently joined WHO's Global Outbreak Alert and Response Network after the U.S. federal government withdrew from the WHO.
Public health
fromNebraska Examiner
4 weeks ago

3 states and New York City join global disease response network * Nebraska Examiner

State and local public health departments in California, Illinois, New York, and New York City independently joined WHO's Global Outbreak Alert and Response Network after the U.S. federal government withdrew from the WHO.
Public health
fromNebraska Examiner
4 weeks ago

3 states and New York City join global disease response network * Nebraska Examiner

State and local public health departments in California, Illinois, New York, and New York City independently joined WHO's Global Outbreak Alert and Response Network after the U.S. federal government withdrew from the WHO.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I led communications at FEMA during a hurricane - and had to flee my home after a death threat

In the middle of the response, as we were communicating safety and recovery information, other public officials and I were targeted. A mix of people were insinuating that we weren't doing our job. They were also spreading misinformation. As I reflect, what was really surprising to me at the time was getting attacked for my religion. I'm Jewish. There were a lot of people online who could say anything and everything without knowing me - very hurtful things.
Women in technology
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

How to Help Communities Rebound from Crisis and Disaster

Disaster psychology provides an empirically-based framework for building community resilience and growth during crises through understanding predictable psychological phases and natural recovery mechanisms.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

People who stay calm during emergencies but fall apart over minor inconveniences aren't fragile. Their system was calibrated for catastrophe, and it genuinely doesn't know how to scale down to a traffic jam or a lost set of keys. - Silicon Canals

Accumulated small daily frustrations can trigger greater stress responses than single major crises in people whose nervous systems were calibrated for survival under chronic danger or high-stakes conditions.
Gadgets
fromNextgov.com
2 months ago

When every second counts: government tech helps first responders' lifesaving missions

Indoor-capable drones and indoor location-tracking technologies significantly improve first responder situational awareness and reduce risk in hazardous interior environments.
Television
fromVulture
1 month ago

Well, That Sucks

Kyle Fraser, Survivor 48 winner, was medically evacuated from Survivor 50 after suffering a suspected torn ACL during the first immunity challenge.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

In case of emergency: The importance of learning CPR, pet first aid

But if we're not prepared, panic and confusion can hinder our ability to act appropriately when they need us most. The best way to increase your chances of responding quickly and calmly is to familiarize yourself with basic pet first aid techniques. Though never a substitute for veterinary treatment, properly applied first aid can minimize a pet's trauma and even save their life until you are able to transport them to a veterinarian,
Pets
Social justice
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Letters: Police are the wrong people for crisis intervention

Police lack the advanced clinical training and education of counselors and are inappropriate for crisis intervention; behavioral health-led responses by clinicians and social workers are more effective and cost-effective alternatives.
Law
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

How Unexpected Workplace Incidents Can Disrupt Business Continuity

Unexpected workplace incidents can quickly disrupt operations, creating legal liability, staffing strain, lost momentum, and eroded trust for small and mid-sized businesses.
US politics
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

Should We Treat Political Violence as a Public Health Crisis?

Political violence in the U.S. has become routine and causes lasting psychological and public-health harms beyond immediate security threats.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Navigating the Messy Middle of Disaster Recovery

Disaster recovery extends beyond the initial crisis phase; year two brings psychological challenges including chronic stress, financial strain, and bureaucratic delays that impair functioning and compound trauma.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Hope in Hostage-Taking and Kidnapping Incidents

Narratives shape how people process trauma and build resilience, while uncertainty from wrongful detention creates profound psychological strain that unfolds silently within families.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Hospital disruption continues after fire

A fire in the endoscopy unit at Southampton General Hospital forced evacuation of over 200 patients, cancellation of planned operations, and diversion of emergency cases.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
1 month ago

Top 5 Ways Broken Triage Increases Business Risk Instead of Reducing It

Triage failures occur when decisions are made without execution evidence, causing false positives, missed threats, and higher costs; interactive sandboxes enable evidence-backed verdicts within seconds.
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Hospital Evacuated When Man Arrives With WW1 Shell Stuck in the Wildest Part of His Body Imaginable

Now, in a twist to the age-old story that even the writing room of "Grey's Anatomy" couldn't have come up with, a man in France was rushed to the operating room after staffers at the Rangueil Hospital in Toulouse found out he had shoved a 37mm brass-and-copper "collectible shell" that was used by the Imperial German Army during World War 1 up his rectum.
Medicine
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
2 months ago

Securing Trust: Why Crisis Communication is Your First Line of Defense

Crisis communication is a critical, functional security control that preserves trust, protects brand, and ensures regulatory compliance during breaches.
Environment
fromFast Company
2 months ago

What we can learn about U.S. disaster response-a year after the LA wildfires

Simultaneous, wind-driven wildfires in densely populated Los Angeles exposed systemic failures, heroic local responses, and urgent gaps in U.S. disaster preparedness and recovery.
fromNature
2 months ago

How to rescue the aid industry: focus on conflict prevention, not just relief

In 2025, the administration of US President Donald Trump ordered the US Agency for International Development to be closed; this year, it withdrew the country from 66 international organizations. Other Western nations that are plagued with high levels of debt and pressure to prioritize domestic challenges have slashed their foreign aid, too. According to projections, official development assistance dropped by 9-17% in 2025, amounting to some US$55 billion.
World news
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

First Responders Are Calling Out The "Fatal" Safety Mistakes You Should Never, Ever Make

If you are choking and are alone, try to get yourself into a high-traffic area, such as a hallway in a building or outside your house. If you pass out, you're way more likely to be found as opposed to being in a room in a building or your house. Call 911 even though you can't speak. Someone will be sent to your location by dispatch.
Public health
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

How 911 calls actually work, according to a former emergency dispatcher

Across the country, emergency call centers are short-staffed, underfunded, and losing dispatchers faster than they can replace them. A 2023 survey found that one in four 911 positions nationwide is vacant, and 36% of centers reported having fewer positions filled in 2022 than in 2019. Martinez explains to Business Insider how dispatchers decide who gets help first for police, ambulance, and fire services, why they sometimes have to drop one call to save another, and the "caller hacks" that can literally save your life.
Mental health
Environment
fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago

Weather warning fatigue is real and experts say it's putting lives at risk - Silicon Canals

Warning fatigue causes people to ignore severe weather alerts, increasing personal and public risk.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Jagan Chapagain: Is the global humanitarian system breaking down?

Global humanitarian operations are being scaled back as needs surge while funding, legal protections, and safety for aid workers rapidly erode.
Public health
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

First Responders Are Calling Out The "Fatal" Safety Mistakes You Need To Stop Making ASAP

Home medical oxygen increases fire risk; secure and store cylinders properly, avoid ignition sources, and use smoke alarms and warning signs.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

NGOs sound the alarm as families flee camp holding suspected IS fighters

Most foreign families of suspected Islamic State fighters have left al-Hawl camp after Syrian government control, creating security and humanitarian uncertainty about their locations.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Critical incident declared at hospitals by trust

Rising demand for services has led an NHS trust serving Suffolk and Essex to declare a critical incident. East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust told the BBC it was facing "significant pressure", including hospitals in Ipswich and Colchester. Earlier this month, the NHS reported a rise in flu and other winter viruses after Christmas. The trust has encouraged people to seek help from pharmacists or use NHS 111 where appropriate.
Public health
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