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03/26/2026

A recent national study found that only 17.4% of emergency departments meet the criteria for high pediatric readiness. However, researchers estimate that 2,143 children’s lives could be saved annually if EDs achieved a high level of readiness.

PPN hub site Principal Investigator at Oklahoma Children's Hospital OU Health, Amanda Bogie, MD, emphasized the urgency for hospitals to improve their pediatric readiness in a recent article by HealthLeaders examining the pediatric preparedness of emergency departments (EDs) in hospitals.

Read more about Dr. Bogie’s insights here: https://ow.ly/8gWr50YzpH9

03/25/2026

Join the virtual “School Nurse and Hospital Partnerships for Patient Reunification Webinar” hosted by PPN partner WRAP EM on Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 12 p.m. PT. The discussion will feature Christopher Riccardi (Manager, Emergency Management and Business Continuity for Rady/CHOC) and Shadlie Kensrue (Director, Health Services for Irvine Unified School District). Register Now: https://ow.ly/KROc50YyVbw

03/24/2026

We’re going back to camp! Join us as we welcome Mikey Latner, founder and Executive Director of Project:Camp back to the "Ready. Prep. Go!" podcast!

In the episode “Return to Camp,” Mikey shares how the organization set up pop-up camps after hurricanes in North Carolina to create a safe and happy place for kids to process the effects of the storm.

Available wherever you get your podcasts or listen here: https://ow.ly/kOhb50Yy4e4

03/21/2026

Wildfires can have devastating impacts for communities, so it is crucial to prepare both medical facilities and homes to mitigate risks and safeguard lives. PPN’s Wildfire Resource Guide provides information to support wildfire preparation and response: https://ow.ly/9E7I50YxbCf

03/19/2026

Health care professionals and school personnel play an important role supporting families and children as they process armed conflict, including those with relatives in the military or family in the areas of conflict. We have curated resources to help: https://ow.ly/H4qt50Ywu80

03/17/2026

As we approach Wildfire season (May-November), we updated our online resources to help communities prepare. In addition to general wildfire and burn guidance, we’ve also included California-specific resources to support local families. Learn More: https://ow.ly/hZce50YvCtH

03/13/2026

PPN has recently updated its Families & Caregivers resource to support Kids’ Mental Health During Armed Conflict. Resources include specific information to support families in talking about armed conflict events, media exposure to violence, and specific support for those with family ties to the region or military families. Learn more: https://ow.ly/v5AO50Ytuj5

03/12/2026

Join the upcoming virtual webinar “Advancing Disaster Preparedness and Everyday Readiness: Leveraging Pediatric Pandemic Network (PPN) Resource Central for Health Education and Community Impact” hosted by the National Library of Medicine (NLM) on March 18, 2026 from 2-3 pm ET!

PPN Director of Education Paul J. Stengel, EdD, and Christine Willis, MLIS, AHIP, Clinical Information Librarian at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, will share how users can navigate PPN's Resource Central to improve their own knowledge and support community outreach.

Register Now: https://ow.ly/7o1n50Yt8oO

03/11/2026

In our latest Story of Impact, Matthew Denenberg, MD, MHA shares how his team at Corewell Health Children’s in Southeast Michigan is working with PPN, Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), and Region V for Kids COE to transform the EMResource Pediatric Dashboard from a local resource into a national pediatric dashboard that will help hospital teams and patients across the U.S.

Stories like these highlight the evidence-based, child-centered approaches that are improving pediatric preparedness across the country and advancing PPN’s mission.

Read Matthew’s story: https://ow.ly/GTWb50YspEo

03/10/2026

Tune in to the final installment of the “Storm Series” in Season 3 of Ready. Prep. Go!

“A Long Way Home” follows pediatric emergency physician Dr. Beachgem and Travis Witt, Director of Safety and Emergency Management at Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital, as they reflect on the long and difficult recovery after a devastating hurricane. From documenting damage and filing insurance claims to managing debris removal and repairs, families quickly learn that recovery is measured in months and years rather than days.

Available wherever you get your podcasts or listen here: https://pedspandemicnetwork.org/ready-prep-go/a-long-way-home/

03/09/2026

As summer approaches, camp directors across the country are preparing for the arrival of campers. PPN’s Camp Director Preparedness Resource Guide offers valuable information to help make camp safer for kids.

Access the guide: https://ow.ly/Qwa550YrtFk

03/05/2026

PPN was pleased to recently attend and participate in a full-day Rural Pediatric Trauma Course led by hub site Intermountain Primary Children's Hospital and WRAP EM.

Thanks to our partners for hosting and facilitating this event!

Read more about the event: https://ow.ly/gOpl50YprEZ

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