Date of Award
2009
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Disaster Science
Department
Disaster Science
First Advisor
Dr. Wallace G. Harris
Second Advisor
Dr. Paula Lessem
Third Advisor
Dr. Walter G. Green, III
Abstract
Predictions on infection rates for a possible outbreak of human pandemic influenza have officials in Public Health, Epidemiology, Public Safety, and other organizations developing plans on the federal, state, and local levels. These plans are outlining prevention, preparedness, and response during an outbreak, stressing interagency collaboration and contingencies for significant employee absenteeism rates for extended periods of time. However, Emergency Medical Service (EMS) providers will likely face a marked increase for calls for service to the community; and may be forced to provide service with a diminished workforce and additional duties not traditionally performed by their personnel. This Thesis examines these issues and suggests a model for EMS response during an outbreak of human pandemic influenza.
Recommended Citation
Black, Ellen A., "A suggested model for emergency medical system response during an outbreak of human pandemic influenza" (2009). Master's Theses. 688.
https://scholarship.richmond.edu/masters-theses/688