
Guides Resource Guides are expertly curated, visually stunning, and highly sharable content focused on topics identified by the Pediatric Pandemic Network as critical to improving pediatric readiness of healthcare systems. Each resource guide includes a persistent link, printable page, and QR code all designed to accelerate real-time dissemination of research-informed pediatric care. Resource Guides grouped Guides organized alphabetically by title. C EMS Clinicians Nurses Physicians Child Abuse Resource Guide This compilation of resources can assist healthcare practitioners in identifying signs of child abuse and communicating effectively with families of pediatric patients. 6 Resources Families & Children Child and Youth Preparedness - Resources for Families & Caregivers August is Child and Youth Preparedness Awareness Month. PPN’s Resource Central has links to information that may be helpful for families and caregivers to better prepare for these unexpected events. 6 Resources Families & Children Schools & Childcare Providers Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) & Autism Resource Guide This guide provides resources and tips to help families of children with special healthcare needs, including those with autism spectrum disorder, improve their everyday health and be prepared during crises like natural disasters. 10 Resources Families & Children Physicians Civil Unrest PPN’s Resource Central has links to information that may be helpful for families and healthcare providers to prepare for protests in their area. 6 Resources Families & Children Schools & Childcare Providers Climate Change - Resources for Families & Caregivers April is Climate Change Awareness Month. PPN’s Resource Central has links to information that may be helpful for individuals and families to better understand how climate change impacts the health of children. 6 Resources Emergency Managers Nurses Physicians Conserving IV Fluids and Oral Rehydration These resources are intended to assist with conserving medical supplies during a natural disaster. 6 Resources EMS Clinicians Continuing Education for EMS Clinicians This guide provides resources that offer continuing education credits for EMS clinicians. Through these resources, EMS professionals can receive credit while preparing to provide high-quality pediatric care in everyday emergencies, disasters, and global health threats. 5 Resources Nurses Continuing Education for Nurses This guide provides resources that offer continuing education credits for nurses. Through these resources, nurses can receive credit while preparing to provide high-quality pediatric care in everyday emergencies, disasters, and global health threats. 4 Resources Physicians Continuing Education for Physicians This guide provides resources that offer free continuing education credits for physicians. Through these resources, physicians can receive credit while preparing to provide high-quality pediatric care in everyday emergencies, disasters, and global health threats. 4 Resources Families & Children Nurses Physicians Schools & Childcare Providers CPR and AED Use Guide February is CPR and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) use Month and in this Resource Guide we are sharing PPN Resource Central links to information that may be helpful for clinicians treating patients in cardiac arrest. 6 Resources D Families & Children Dengue Fever - Resources for Families & Caregivers Dengue fever outbreaks have occurred in many U.S. states. PPN’s Resource Central has links to information that may be helpful for individuals and families to better prepare for summer celebrations. 6 Resources Behavioral Health Professionals Physicians Disaster Resources for Behavioral Health Professionals These resources highlight a variety of tools available in PPN’s Resource Central for Behavioral Health Professionals who care for children and adolescents in their practice. 6 Resources E Emergency Managers Families & Children Schools & Childcare Providers Earthquake Preparedness Earthquakes happen quickly and can result in significant damage to property and people. PPN’s Resource Central has links to information that may be helpful for families to know what to do before, during, and after an earthquake event. 6 Resources Nurses Emergency Nurses Resource Guide These resources can assist emergency department nurses in their role in providing services for their pediatric patients. 6 Resources EMS Clinicians EMS Clinician Resource Guide This guide highlights resources for EMS clinicians from PPN that provide education and opportunities on how to care for the pediatric population effectively. 6 Resources F Families & Children Family Emergency Readiness January is Family Readiness for Emergencies and Disasters Awareness Month. These resources from PPN's Resource Central can help families prepare for the unexpected by creating evacuation plans, assembling supply kits, and discussing what to do in the event of an emergency. 6 Resources Families & Children Schools & Childcare Providers Fire Prevention Resource Guide This guide provides comprehensive strategies to help individuals, families, and organizations reduce fire risks and enhance safety. 6 Resources Behavioral Health Professionals Families & Children Nurses Physicians Public Health Professionals Firearm Safety Awareness Firearm-related deaths and injuries impact children and adults alike. Clinicians must be vigilant in recognizing signs of trauma in children exposed to firearm violence and ensure they have access to appropriate mental health support, safety counseling and resources. PPN’s Resource Central has links to information that may be helpful for healthcare providers. 6 Resources Families & Children Fireworks Safety - Resources for Families & Caregivers July is Fireworks Safety Awareness Month. PPN’s Resource Central has links to information that may be helpful for individuals and families to better prepare for summer celebrations. 6 Resources Emergency Managers Families & Children Flood Safety Resource Guide Flooding can happen quickly and can result in significant damage to property and people. PPN’s Resource Central has links to information that may be helpful to know what to do before, during, and after a flood in your community. 6 Resources H Families & Children Nurses Physicians Public Health Professionals H5N1 Resource Guide In this Resource Guide, we are sharing PPN Resource Central links to information that may be helpful for learning about H5N1 (Avian Influenza). 6 Resources Nurses Physicians Heat Related Illness Safety - Resources for Clinicians July is Heat Related Illness Safety Awareness Month. PPN’s Resource Central has links to information that may be helpful for clinicians to educate themselves and families to better prepare for these unexpected events. 6 Resources Emergency Managers EMS Clinicians Families & Children Schools & Childcare Providers Hurricane Season Preparedness Hurricane season brings with it the potential for devastating impacts, and it is crucial to prepare both medical facilities and homes to mitigate risks and safeguard lives. 6 Resources I Nurses Physicians Public Health Professionals Immunization Awareness - Resources for Healthcare Providers August is Immunization Awareness Month. PPN’s Resource Central has links to information that may be helpful for healthcare providers to prepare for patient visits in many situations. 6 Resources M Families & Children Nurses Physicians Measles Resource Guide Stay informed and prepared with up-to-date information, guidelines, and support to effectively manage and prevent measles outbreaks during this season with resources that may be helpful from PPN. 6 Resources Behavioral Health Professionals Families & Children Physicians Mental Health Awareness PPN’s Resource Central has links to information that may be helpful for families and clinicians to assist those experiencing mental health challenges. 6 Resources Nurses Physicians Public Health Professionals Mpox (Monkeypox) Awareness Mpox is an emerging virus that has been detected recently at higher than usual rates in the United States. 6 Resources N Emergency Managers Families & Children Nurses Physicians Public Health Professionals Schools & Childcare Providers National Preparedness Month Guides This resource guide is a collection of guides that PPN has shared this year on topics that are key to be prepared in the case of an emergency situation. 0 Resources P Families & Children Nurses Physicians Poison Proofing Resource Guide In this Resource Guide, we are sharing information that may be helpful for poison-proofing around the home and how to treat a child who has been exposed to poison. 6 Resources R Families & Children Schools & Childcare Providers Radon Exposure Prevention January is Radon Poisoning Prevention Awareness Month. PPN’s Resource Central has links to information that may be helpful for individuals and families to identify and address this colorless, odorless gas that can cause serious health risks. 6 Resources Families & Children Physicians Refugee & Immigrant Health - Resources for Healthcare Professionals April is Refugee and Immigrant Health Month. PPN’s Resource Central has links to information that may be helpful for clinicians to share with individuals and families who are either experiencing life as a refugee or immigrant to provide assistance to them. 4 Resources Nurses Physicians Public Health Professionals Respiratory Illness Stay informed and prepared with up-to-date information, guidelines, and support to manage and effectively prevent respiratory illnesses during this season. 6 Resources Emergency Managers Families & Children Reunification After a Disaster Natural disasters and unexpected emergencies can lead to family separation. These PPN resources can assist with reunification plans to assist families and communities. 6 Resources S Families & Children Safe Toys and Gifts December is Safe Toys and Gifts Awareness Month. PPN’s Resource Central has links to information that may be helpful for individuals and families to better prepare for the holiday season. 6 Resources Nurses School Nurses Resource Guide These resources can assist school nurses as they play a vital role in managing emergencies and disasters within the school setting. 6 Resources EMS Clinicians Nurses Physicians Sepsis Awareness Improved awareness of sepsis symptoms and healthcare education could save many lives. PPN’s Resource Central has links to information that may be helpful for healthcare providers. 6 Resources Emergency Managers Sheltering After Disaster Disasters can cause widespread destruction that results in individuals and families needing to seek emergency shelter. PPN’s Resource Central has links to information that may be helpful for emergency managers to prepare shelters with the appropriate supplies to meet the needs of displaced people in the community. 6 Resources Families & Children Schools & Childcare Providers Summer Weather Safety - Resources for Families & Caregivers June is Summer Weather Safety (Tornadoes/Thunderstorms/Lightning) Awareness Month. PPN’s Resource Central has links to information that may be helpful for individuals and families to better prepare for these unexpected events. 6 Resources Families & Children Schools & Childcare Providers Swimming and Water Safety - Resources for Families & Caregivers June is Swimming and Water Safety Awareness Month. PPN’s Resource Central has links to information that may be helpful for individuals and families to better prepare for water activities. 6 Resources T Families & Children Schools & Childcare Providers Talking with Kids After a Disaster for Parents and School Professionals These resources highlight a variety of tools available in PPN’s Resource Central for families and school professionals to support children and adolescents after a disaster. 6 Resources W Families & Children Nurses Physicians Wildfire Resources Wildfire season brings with it the potential for devastating impacts, and it is crucial to prepare both medical facilities and homes to mitigate risks and safeguard lives. 8 Resources EMS Clinicians Nurses Physicians Winter Illness Treatment for Clinicians February is Winter Safety Month and in this Resource Guide we are sharing PPN Resource Central links to information that may be helpful for clinicians treating patients with winter related injuries. 6 Resources Families & Children Winter Readiness Winter weather provides opportunities and activities for children but can come with accompanying safety risks. PPN’s Resource Central has links to information that may be helpful for parents and caregivers to prepare for winter weather both in and out of doors. 6 Resources

Guides

Resource Guides are expertly curated, visually stunning, and highly sharable content focused on topics identified by the Pediatric Pandemic Network as critical to improving pediatric readiness of healthcare systems. Each resource guide includes a persistent link, printable page, and QR code all designed to accelerate real-time dissemination of research-informed pediatric care.

Resource Guides grouped

Guides organized alphabetically by title.

C

EMS Clinicians Nurses Physicians

Child Abuse Resource Guide

This compilation of resources can assist healthcare practitioners in identifying signs of child abuse and communicating effectively with families of pediatric patients.

6 Resources

packed backpack with items needed for evacuation

Families & Children

Child and Youth Preparedness - Resources for Families & Caregivers

August is Child and Youth Preparedness Awareness Month. PPN’s Resource Central has links to information that may be helpful for families and caregivers to better prepare for these unexpected events.

6 Resources

Mother and disabled child in a wheelchair candid inclusive diverse modern family

Families & Children Schools & Childcare Providers

Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) & Autism Resource Guide

This guide provides resources and tips to help families of children with special healthcare needs, including those with autism spectrum disorder, improve their everyday health and be prepared during crises like natural disasters.

10 Resources

Families & Children Physicians

Civil Unrest

PPN’s Resource Central has links to information that may be helpful for families and healthcare providers to prepare for protests in their area.

6 Resources

Several hands holding a grassy green earth ball

Families & Children Schools & Childcare Providers

Climate Change - Resources for Families & Caregivers

April is Climate Change Awareness Month. PPN’s Resource Central has links to information that may be helpful for individuals and families to better understand how climate change impacts the health of children.

6 Resources

Medical worker regulate the intravenous drip system at the bedside

Emergency Managers Nurses Physicians

Conserving IV Fluids and Oral Rehydration

These resources are intended to assist with conserving medical supplies during a natural disaster.

6 Resources

EMS Clinicians

Continuing Education for EMS Clinicians

This guide provides resources that offer continuing education credits for EMS clinicians. Through these resources, EMS professionals can receive credit while preparing to provide high-quality pediatric care in everyday emergencies, disasters, and global health threats.

5 Resources

Nurses

Continuing Education for Nurses

This guide provides resources that offer continuing education credits for nurses. Through these resources, nurses can receive credit while preparing to provide high-quality pediatric care in everyday emergencies, disasters, and global health threats.

4 Resources

Physicians

Continuing Education for Physicians

This guide provides resources that offer free continuing education credits for physicians. Through these resources, physicians can receive credit while preparing to provide high-quality pediatric care in everyday emergencies, disasters, and global health threats.

4 Resources

Paramedic practicing bls and cpr on a child mannequin

Families & Children Nurses Physicians Schools & Childcare Providers

CPR and AED Use Guide

February is CPR and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) use Month and in this Resource Guide we are sharing PPN Resource Central links to information that may be helpful for clinicians treating patients in cardiac arrest.

6 Resources

D

Mother using baby safe bug repellent for daughter while hiking

Families & Children

Dengue Fever - Resources for Families & Caregivers

Dengue fever outbreaks have occurred in many U.S. states. PPN’s Resource Central has links to information that may be helpful for individuals and families to better prepare for summer celebrations.

6 Resources

African young psychologist talking to teenage boy during therapy session at classroom

Behavioral Health Professionals Physicians

Disaster Resources for Behavioral Health Professionals

These resources highlight a variety of tools available in PPN’s Resource Central for Behavioral Health Professionals who care for children and adolescents in their practice.

6 Resources

E

Emergency Managers Families & Children Schools & Childcare Providers

Earthquake Preparedness

Earthquakes happen quickly and can result in significant damage to property and people. PPN’s Resource Central has links to information that may be helpful for families to know what to do before, during, and after an earthquake event.

6 Resources

Nurses

Emergency Nurses Resource Guide

These resources can assist emergency department nurses in their role in providing services for their pediatric patients.

6 Resources

EMS Clinicians

EMS Clinician Resource Guide

This guide highlights resources for EMS clinicians from PPN that provide education and opportunities on how to care for the pediatric population effectively.

6 Resources

F

Families & Children

Family Emergency Readiness

January is Family Readiness for Emergencies and Disasters Awareness Month. These resources from PPN's Resource Central can help families prepare for the unexpected by creating evacuation plans, assembling supply kits, and discussing what to do in the event of an emergency.

6 Resources

Families & Children Schools & Childcare Providers

Fire Prevention Resource Guide

This guide provides comprehensive strategies to help individuals, families, and organizations reduce fire risks and enhance safety.

6 Resources

Behavioral Health Professionals Families & Children Nurses Physicians Public Health Professionals

Firearm Safety Awareness

Firearm-related deaths and injuries impact children and adults alike. Clinicians must be vigilant in recognizing signs of trauma in children exposed to firearm violence and ensure they have access to appropriate mental health support, safety counseling and resources. PPN’s Resource Central has links to information that may be helpful for healthcare providers.

6 Resources

Families & Children

Fireworks Safety - Resources for Families & Caregivers

July is Fireworks Safety Awareness Month. PPN’s Resource Central has links to information that may be helpful for individuals and families to better prepare for summer celebrations.

6 Resources

Aerial View of Flooded Residential Neighborhood

Emergency Managers Families & Children

Flood Safety Resource Guide

Flooding can happen quickly and can result in significant damage to property and people. PPN’s Resource Central has links to information that may be helpful to know what to do before, during, and after a flood in your community.

6 Resources

H

A carton of fresh free range eggs on a white background

Families & Children Nurses Physicians Public Health Professionals

H5N1 Resource Guide

In this Resource Guide, we are sharing PPN Resource Central links to information that may be helpful for learning about H5N1 (Avian Influenza).

6 Resources

Nurses Physicians

Heat Related Illness Safety - Resources for Clinicians

July is Heat Related Illness Safety Awareness Month. PPN’s Resource Central has links to information that may be helpful for clinicians to educate themselves and families to better prepare for these unexpected events.

6 Resources

Hurricane viewed over the earth from space

Emergency Managers EMS Clinicians Families & Children Schools & Childcare Providers

Hurricane Season Preparedness

Hurricane season brings with it the potential for devastating impacts, and it is crucial to prepare both medical facilities and homes to mitigate risks and safeguard lives.

6 Resources

I

Nurses Physicians Public Health Professionals

Immunization Awareness - Resources for Healthcare Providers

August is Immunization Awareness Month. PPN’s Resource Central has links to information that may be helpful for healthcare providers to prepare for patient visits in many situations.

6 Resources

M

Families & Children Nurses Physicians

Measles Resource Guide

Stay informed and prepared with up-to-date information, guidelines, and support to effectively manage and prevent measles outbreaks during this season with resources that may be helpful from PPN.

6 Resources

Male counselor speaking with a high school boy

Behavioral Health Professionals Families & Children Physicians

Mental Health Awareness

PPN’s Resource Central has links to information that may be helpful for families and clinicians to assist those experiencing mental health challenges.

6 Resources

Nurses Physicians Public Health Professionals

Mpox (Monkeypox) Awareness

Mpox is an emerging virus that has been detected recently at higher than usual rates in the United States.

6 Resources

N

Emergency backpack equipment organized on the table

Emergency Managers Families & Children Nurses Physicians Public Health Professionals Schools & Childcare Providers

National Preparedness Month Guides

This resource guide is a collection of guides that PPN has shared this year on topics that are key to be prepared in the case of an emergency situation.

0 Resources

P

Little girl playing with detergents in kitchen

Families & Children Nurses Physicians

Poison Proofing Resource Guide

In this Resource Guide, we are sharing information that may be helpful for poison-proofing around the home and how to treat a child who has been exposed to poison.

6 Resources

R

Focus on Radon Chemical Element from the Mendeleev Periodic Table

Families & Children Schools & Childcare Providers

Radon Exposure Prevention

January is Radon Poisoning Prevention Awareness Month. PPN’s Resource Central has links to information that may be helpful for individuals and families to identify and address this colorless, odorless gas that can cause serious health risks.

6 Resources

Families & Children Physicians

Refugee & Immigrant Health - Resources for Healthcare Professionals

April is Refugee and Immigrant Health Month. PPN’s Resource Central has links to information that may be helpful for clinicians to share with individuals and families who are either experiencing life as a refugee or immigrant to provide assistance to them.

4 Resources

Exhausted, sick child with fever lying in bed.

Nurses Physicians Public Health Professionals

Respiratory Illness

Stay informed and prepared with up-to-date information, guidelines, and support to manage and effectively prevent respiratory illnesses during this season.

6 Resources

Debris Piled Up During Tornado Destruction Cleanup

Emergency Managers Families & Children

Reunification After a Disaster

Natural disasters and unexpected emergencies can lead to family separation. These PPN resources can assist with reunification plans to assist families and communities.

6 Resources

S

Children's playroom with plastic colorful educational blocks toys

Families & Children

Safe Toys and Gifts

December is Safe Toys and Gifts Awareness Month. PPN’s Resource Central has links to information that may be helpful for individuals and families to better prepare for the holiday season.

6 Resources

Nurses

School Nurses Resource Guide

These resources can assist school nurses as they play a vital role in managing emergencies and disasters within the school setting.

6 Resources

Mother hand holding child hand who have IV solution in the hospital with love and care

EMS Clinicians Nurses Physicians

Sepsis Awareness

Improved awareness of sepsis symptoms and healthcare education could save many lives. PPN’s Resource Central has links to information that may be helpful for healthcare providers.

6 Resources

Emergency shelter cots in a gym, all neatly made with blankets and pillows, emphasizing care and order

Emergency Managers

Sheltering After Disaster

Disasters can cause widespread destruction that results in individuals and families needing to seek emergency shelter. PPN’s Resource Central has links to information that may be helpful for emergency managers to prepare shelters with the appropriate supplies to meet the needs of displaced people in the community.

6 Resources

Tornado on the ground near houses with lightning in the sky

Families & Children Schools & Childcare Providers

Summer Weather Safety - Resources for Families & Caregivers

June is Summer Weather Safety (Tornadoes/Thunderstorms/Lightning) Awareness Month. PPN’s Resource Central has links to information that may be helpful for individuals and families to better prepare for these unexpected events.

6 Resources

Families & Children Schools & Childcare Providers

Swimming and Water Safety - Resources for Families & Caregivers

June is Swimming and Water Safety Awareness Month. PPN’s Resource Central has links to information that may be helpful for individuals and families to better prepare for water activities.

6 Resources

T

Families & Children Schools & Childcare Providers

Talking with Kids After a Disaster for Parents and School Professionals

These resources highlight a variety of tools available in PPN’s Resource Central for families and school professionals to support children and adolescents after a disaster.

6 Resources

W

Brush and Tree Landscape Burning with Flame and Smoke During California Wildfire

Families & Children Nurses Physicians

Wildfire Resources

Wildfire season brings with it the potential for devastating impacts, and it is crucial to prepare both medical facilities and homes to mitigate risks and safeguard lives.

8 Resources

EMS Clinicians Nurses Physicians

Winter Illness Treatment for Clinicians

February is Winter Safety Month and in this Resource Guide we are sharing PPN Resource Central links to information that may be helpful for clinicians treating patients with winter related injuries.

6 Resources

Winter Storm Warning Sign With Snowfall and Stormy Background

Families & Children

Winter Readiness

Winter weather provides opportunities and activities for children but can come with accompanying safety risks. PPN’s Resource Central has links to information that may be helpful for parents and caregivers to prepare for winter weather both in and out of doors.

6 Resources