UofU Center for Emergency Public Health

Official account for The Rocky Mountains & High Plains Center for Emergency Public Health at the University of Utah. Serving communities across Region VIII.

[UofU Center for Emergency Public Health @uofuceph]

We’re thrilled to announce the Public Health & Disasters Conference 2025 🌟—an essential event for public health professionals, students, and anyone dedicated to emergency preparedness and response! #uofuceph #rmhpceph #emergencypublichealth #emergencyhealth #disastersconference

[UofU Center for Emergency Public Health @uofuceph]

National Tsunami Awareness Week is March 24-30 🌊 If you travel to coastal areas, knowing the warning signs & how to stay safe is critical. Learn what to do no matter where you go! 🌍 #uofuceph #rmhpceph #emergencypublichealth #emergencypreparedness #region8 #tsunami

[UofU Center for Emergency Public Health @uofuceph]

🎓 Calling all students! Showcase your work, add to your resume, & network with professionals at the Public Health & Disasters Conference 2025 by submitting an abstract for a poster presentation! #PHDC2025 #StudentResearch #PublicHealth #EmergencyPreparedness #uofuceph #rmhpceph

[UofU Center for Emergency Public Health @uofuceph]

Floods can happen anywhere. With spring snowmelt & heavy rains, the risk is even higher in many areas. Now’s the time to check your flood risk, make a plan, & stay informed ⚠️💧 #uofuceph #rmhpceph #emergencypublichealth #emergencypreparedness #flooding #floodsafety

[UofU Center for Emergency Public Health @uofuceph]

PHEP Capability 11: Nonpharmaceutical Interventions 🏡 Not every emergency has a quick cure—Non-medical interventions such as quarantines, masking, & social distancing help slow the spread of disease 🦠 #uofuceph #rmhpceph #emergencypublichealth #emergencypreparedness #phep

[UofU Center for Emergency Public Health @uofuceph]

This National Groundwater Awareness Week, take steps to keep your water safe: Test private wells regularly & stay informed about local water quality 💧 #uofuceph #rmhpceph #emergencypublichealth #emergencypreparedness #region8

[UofU Center for Emergency Public Health @uofuceph]

This International Women’s Day, we celebrate the women who work tirelessly to protect & strengthen our communities 💜 Your dedication makes a difference every day, thank you for all you do! 👏 #uofuceph #rmhpceph #emergencypublichealth #emergencypreparedness #region8 #womeninstem

[UofU Center for Emergency Public Health @uofuceph]

Disasters can overwhelm hospitals & healthcare systems. This capability ensures public health can expand medical services, mobilize resources, & support healthcare facilities when patient needs skyrocket ⏳💙 #emergencypublichealth #emergencypreparedness #phep

[UofU Center for Emergency Public Health @uofuceph]

Earthquakes don’t happen everywhere, but they can strike in more places than you might think! If you live near a fault line or travel to earthquake-prone areas, it’s important to be prepared 🏚️⚠️ #uofuceph #rmhpceph #emergencypublichealth #emergencypreparedness #region8 #phep

[UofU Center for Emergency Public Health @uofuceph]

In a crisis, communities rely on public health to quickly deliver medications, vaccines, & essential medical supplies. This capability ensures an efficient system to manage and distribute resources when every second counts ⏳💊 #emergencypublichealth #emergencypreparedness #phep

[UofU Center for Emergency Public Health @uofuceph]

When an earthquake strikes, do you know what to do? Practicing these steps can save lives in an earthquake. Be ready, stay safe! ⚠️ #uofuceph #rmhpceph #emergencypublichealth #emergencypreparedness #region8 #earthquakes #shakeout

[UofU Center for Emergency Public Health @uofuceph]

February is National Canned Food Month, & we’ve got something exciting coming your way - BUILD YOUR 10-DAY EMERGENCY PANTRY - A shopping list & sample menu to feed a family of 4 for 10 days for $10 a day, stay tuned 🥫🫘 #uofuceph #rmhpceph #emergencypublichealth #emergencypantry

[UofU Center for Emergency Public Health @uofuceph]

PHEP Capability 8: Medical Countermeasure Dispensing & Administration 💊 During public health emergencies, getting medications, vaccines, or other treatments to the right people at the right time is critical. #uofuceph #rmhpceph #emergencypublichealth #emergencypreparedness #phep

[UofU Center for Emergency Public Health @uofuceph]

February is Earthquake Awareness Month, take steps now to protect yourself, your home, & your loved ones. Because when the ground moves, preparation makes all the difference! ⚠️

#uofuceph #rmhpceph #emergencypublichealth #emergencyhealth #emergencypreparedness #earthquake

[UofU Center for Emergency Public Health @uofuceph]

February is Earthquake Awareness Month, take steps now to protect yourself, your home, & your loved ones. Because when the ground moves, preparation makes all the difference! ⚠️

#uofuceph #rmhpceph #emergencypublichealth #emergencyhealth #emergencypreparedness #earthquake

[UofU Center for Emergency Public Health @uofuceph]

🩺 PHEP Capability 7: Mass Care. Public health helps ensures people have safe food, clean water, medical care, and mental health support. Because staying healthy is just as important as staying safe. 💙 #uofuceph #rmhpceph #emergencypublichealth #emergencypreparedness #phep

[UofU Center for Emergency Public Health @uofuceph]

Nothing says "I love you" like being ready for anything! ❤️ Update your emergency contacts, make sure your disaster kit is stocked, & check your home safety measures (because setting the mood shouldn’t involve actual fire) 🫣🔥 #uofuceph #emergencypreparedness #valentinesday

[UofU Center for Emergency Public Health @uofuceph]

PHEP Capability 6: Information Sharing. In emergencies, timely and accurate information saves lives. #phep #informationsharing #uofuceph #rmhpceph #emergencypublichealth #emergencypreparedness #region8

[UofU Center for Emergency Public Health @uofuceph]

🔥 Wildfires & Climate: A Growing Threat 🌍 Protecting communities means preparing for wildfires & tackling the climate factors driving them. Let’s take action now! 💨💧 #uofuceph #rmhpceph #wildfires #emergencypublichealth #emergencypreparedness #region8

[UofU Center for Emergency Public Health @uofuceph]

📢 PHEP Capability 5: Fatality Management. Compassion and preparedness in action. 💙 #uofuceph #rmhpceph #emergencypublichealth #emergencypreparedness #region8 #phep #cdc