How people prepare themselves and their health for disasters is not universal, and neither are the needs they may have after a disaster strikes. End stage renal disease patients preparing for a hurricane, for example, rely on dialysis treatment to survive and must work with...
Hurricane Laura made landfall near the Louisiana-Texas border along the US Gulf coast at approximately 1:00 am CT on Thursday, August 27 as a Category 4 Hurricane. By 12:00 pm CT that day, the storm had progressed into northern Louisiana, and had lost significant strength, regressing to...
The most urgent task for those of us managing crises like COVID-19 is protecting those most vulnerable to its harmful, and often, fatal outcomes. This requires that we properly identify these groups and the roadblocks they face in being able to easily recover from disasters...
The COVID-19 pandemic puts certain groups at a greater risk for severe illness and death. COVID-19 is especially harmful to the elderly and those with underlying health conditions. Healthcare Ready aims to protect these populations now, and during all public health emergencies, as we know...
What is an emergency refill? Before a disaster strikes, an emergency refill allows you to get a refill on your prescription medications before your actual refill is due. Visit our blog to learn more. Steps: Take stock of all your prescriptions.Find out if your prescriptions qualify for...
Having end stage renal disease (ESRD) makes you more vulnerable to severe illness from COVID-19. It might feel scary as you venture outside your home for dialysis treatment. You can stay safe by wearing masks, observing social distancing, and staying current with their treatment. We...
Disasters strike with little or no warning. Tornadoes, hurricanes, pandemics like COVID-19 and more can show up at a moment’s notice. Take the time you have now to prepare for the next emergency and protect your health against disasters. Visit our Resources page to get started. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=63f3oE7nTaY Related Posts ...
Some groups are disproportionately affected by COVID-19 due to many overlapping factors, such as chronic disease, essential worker status, and structural inequalities. Healthcare Ready shines a light on our fears and illuminates solutions to reduce these disparities. https://youtu.be/Hj-EjK8vEQw Related Posts ...
It can be hard to find the best information about coronavirus (COVID-19). Healthcare Ready’s mission is to provide patients with the best resources and information during these uncertain times. https://youtu.be/pouuGVKB7qo Related Posts ...
This infographic shows a few likely causes of the disparate impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Black and Latinx communities. Black and Latinx people are testing positive and dying at higher rates from coronavirus. This pandemic is made worse by existing health and socioeconomic inequities,...