As a health professional, you are in a unique position to help those in need during a disaster or public health emergency. Your skills and training are highly valued by the people and communities you aid and the healthcare facilities that need your support.
All health professionals – no matter their practice or specialty – are encouraged to give back to their communities by volunteering their time and unique skill sets. From doctors and lab technicians to medical records technicians and mental health counselors, all may be in high demand during times of crisis.
By registering in advance with your state ESAR-VHP program, hospitals, healthcare facilities and emergency response officials can better utilize volunteers, respond faster to emergencies, and ultimately help more people. In 2005, 1,836 people lost their lives to Hurricane Katrina. That number could have been even higher had it not been for the scores of health professionals who volunteered to help with the relief effort. With increased coordination before and during a disaster, public health authorities can respond much faster and help improve the overall outcomes of an emergency.
With a state-based registry of health professionals, volunteers can pull together to maximize their skills and effectively help more people.
Register today and make every minute count.