The best way to get a sense of what kinds of emergencies might present themselves in your community is by contacting local chapters of the American Red Cross or offices of emergency management in the region or state. Most large… — Irwin Redlener Copy Share Image
The larger the disaster, the more necessary it is to have the government as the principal driver of recovery. — Irwin Redlener Copy Share Image
Many low-income children face chronic stress from nutritional deprivation or persistent violence at home or in the community. By addressing their medical, emotional and… — Irwin Redlener Copy Share Image
No organization should be allowed near disaster unless they are willing to cooperate with some level of established leadership. — Irwin Redlener Copy Share Image
If we ensure access to health care and 'best practice' asthma treatment for children, especially those at high risk, there is the potential to… — Irwin Redlener Copy Share Image
The problem with most children's hospitals is that they are passive. They are high quality. They are filled with the best doctors. But their… — Irwin Redlener Copy Share Image
Every single administration in American political history has put cronies and pals and donors into political positions. But normally those people become the ambassador… — Irwin Redlener Copy Share Image
There are several very good websites which describe the details of preparedness planning for citizens. — Irwin Redlener Copy Share Image
There's detailed information on how to assemble a nuclear weapon from parts. There's books about how to build a nuclear bomb. — Irwin Redlener Copy Share Image
There isn't a single American city, in my estimation, that has sufficient plans for a nuclear terrorist event. — Irwin Redlener Copy Share Image
Immigrant children are highly vulnerable. Their level of disadvantage and fragility has consistently grown due to factors outside their control. — Irwin Redlener Copy Share Image
Even the best community organizations and faith-based initiatives and the extraordinary charity of Americans across the country can't carry the brunt of eliminating poverty. — Irwin Redlener Copy Share Image
