Abstract
The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has made ensuring the safety and well-being of the nation's children in the wake of disasters and public health emergencies a priority. More than one-quarter of the US population is younger than 20 years of age,1 and addressing the unique physiologic and developmental needs of children must be an explicit part of preparedness and response activities. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and the National Commission on Children and Disasters (2008-2011) have advocated for comprehensive planning and policies regarding emergency preparedness for children.
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