Research Counts

Public health planners that invest in building partnerships with community organizations, can see big payoffs in times of disaster. But they need to start the work before there’s a crisis.

Using the term “natural” in conjunction with disaster obscures the ways that risk is created. Learn more about the data behind why that matters.

Religious considerations can play a role in whether or not people of faith decide to make use of public shelters. Read more about how we can ensure culturally competent shelters are available for Muslim Americans and other religious minorities.

Small steps and a change of perspective about infant feeding in evacuation shelters could have big impacts on the well-being of mothers and children alike.

Planning for drought might seem like an unnecessary expense to ranch managers—especially in moister years—but recovering from drought is more expensive. Learn more about cost-effective drought planning in this Research Counts.

While disaster recovery costs will always come with uncertainties, new trends in cost estimation can limit them somewhat and help rebuild faster.

The inability to access adequate menstrual hygiene supplies in emergency shelters can make a stressful situation even more difficult for women and girls. Luckily, simple steps can be taken to address this important and sensitive public health issue.

It’s important to make sure children’s mental health isn’t overlooked in disasters. Learn how implementing a system involving triage, screening, and referral can improve their outcomes.

After people imperiled themselves for their pets in Hurricane Katrina, including animals in emergency plans became law. Learn more about resources that can ensure people feel comfortable sheltering with their animals.

Teaching mass care workers to recognize the signs of dementia, depression, and delirium in older adults can ensure safety and reduce the burden on shelter resources.