ImpactsFiresDistressOutcomesPsychologicalMass-casualtyBehavioralHazardous materialsInfectionsHarmAnxietyBacteriaProbabilityHealthDisasterSymptomsVulnerableConsequencesRiskMentalChemicalHumansBiologicalStressNaturalWarning systemsBusinessEventsLevelsPregnantIncreaseHumanWaterAvoidExperiencesDetermineResultBloodTypeFamilyEmergency
Impacts3
- In this article, we study the characteristics of El Niño events in Peru, its health and economic impacts and we discuss government preparedness for this kind of event, identify gaps in response, and provide evidence to inform adequate planning for future events and mitigating impacts on highly vulnerable regions and populations. (bvsalud.org)
- The 2017 event was the third strongest El Niño event according to literature, in terms of precipitation and river flooding and caused important economic losses and health impacts. (bvsalud.org)
- This increased permeability allows more toxins to enter the central nervous system resulting in further negative impacts on your cognition and emotional well-being. (mindowl.org)
Fires2
- Scientists and clinicians recognized that a small number of people exposed to the stress of various natural disasters, such as fires, hurricanes, and floods, could develop psychological sequelae such as major depression, chronic anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). (cdc.gov)
- The rewards may be numerous, but the increased risk of wildland fires, flooding, and erosion poses a serious threat to life and property. (lacounty.gov)
Distress2
- and whether neurobehavioral disorders caused by chronic low-dose exposure to neurotoxicants, which may manifest as psychological distress, are a public health phenomenon near hazardous waste sites. (cdc.gov)
- Pregnant women require numerous adjustments in their physiological, financial, occupational, and many other aspects of life in order to avoid emotional distress [ 1 ]. (biomedcentral.com)
Outcomes2
- It includes hazards, risks, and circumstances that pose threats of harm or adverse outcomes that pose imminent peril to life and well-being. (keydifference.in)
- With regard to pregnancy, coping efforts may have effects on birth outcomes through reducing or impeding negative emotional, cognitive, behavioral, and physiological responses to stressors. (biomedcentral.com)
Psychological7
- There are important differences between technologic and natural disasters that are believed to affect the psychological and social responses to technological disasters. (cdc.gov)
- or chronic exposure, as in residence near a leaking hazardous waste site can cause people to experience psychological uncertainty, worry, and chronic stress. (cdc.gov)
- According to a taskforce of the Clinical Division of the American Psychological Association, the only methods empirically supported ("probably efficacious") for the treatment of any post-traumatic stress disorder population were EMDR, exposure therapy, and stress inoculation therapy. (emdrhap.org)
- For example, various coping behavior and coping skills may lead to different psychological and physiological effects of stress exposure during pregnancy [ 11 ]. (biomedcentral.com)
- 3 Acute dissociative responses to psychological trauma have been found to predict the development of chronic PTSD. (rauwers.de)
- These results indicate that both life threat and betrayal are relevant factors in the etiology of PTSD and contribute to an emerging literature that suggests betrayal may impact the development of psychological symptoms following trauma exposure. (auburn.edu)
- The psychological and psychiatric literature proposes multiple psychological theories describing the individual factors at play in the process of violent radicalization: loss of meaning, responses to humiliation, dehumanization of the other as well as serious identity problems are often mentioned, but little is known about the self-representation of individuals attracted or involved in violent radicalization. (sherpa-recherche.com)
Mass-casualty1
- With little modification, EMDR has been used successfully in response to a variety of mass-casualty events such as community homicide and can be integrated with educational formats. (emdrhap.org)
Behavioral1
- Its substrates comprise several molecules central to structural synaptic plasticity, and studies in rodents have documented its role in cognition and the behavioral and neurobiological response to stress. (preprints.org)
Hazardous materials2
- Work-related hazards that could be encountered include: electrical hazards, carbon monoxide exposures, musculoskeletal hazards, heat stress, motor vehicle and large machinery accidents, hazardous materials, fire, confined spaces and falls. (cdc.gov)
- Examples of dangerous situations can include natural disasters, high-risk activities or exposure to hazardous materials - and it's essential that individuals recognize and react properly in these instances for their own personal safety and to avoid potential harm. (keydifference.in)
Infections2
- In higher quantities such as those found in water-damaged buildings, they can present especially hazardous health risks to humans after sufficient exposure, with three generally accepted mechanisms of harm and a fourth probable mechanism: Allergic reactions, including allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis Invasive mold infections (mycosis) Toxicity (poisoning by mycotoxins) Innate immune dysfunction. (wikipedia.org)
- Other problems are respiratory and/or immune system responses including respiratory symptoms, respiratory infections, exacerbation of asthma, and rarely hypersensitivity pneumonitis, allergic alveolitis, chronic rhinosinusitis and allergic fungal sinusitis. (wikipedia.org)
Harm1
- The supposed justification is linear dose-response curves which basically assume that there is no beneficial level of a pollutant , and even that the smallest level of exposure will cause harm. (drroyspencer.com)
Anxiety2
- Fortunately, not all women who have experienced stressful events show the adverse effects of anxiety. (biomedcentral.com)
- It can be seen as a hurricane, pouring down fear and anxiety on our minds, while thundering through with surges of cortisol and adrenaline coursing through our veins. (mindowl.org)
Bacteria2
- However, recent research has shown these adverse health effects are caused not exclusively by molds, but also other microbial agents and biotoxins associated with dampness, mold, and water-damaged buildings, such as gram-negative bacteria that produce endotoxins, as well as actinomycetes and their associated exotoxins. (wikipedia.org)
- For example, some non-zero level of bacteria and virus exposure helps keep us healthier. (drroyspencer.com)
Probability2
- Increased exposure increases the probability of developing respiratory symptoms during their first year of life. (wikipedia.org)
- Studies have shown that a correlation exists between the probability of developing asthma and increased exposure to Penicillium. (wikipedia.org)
Health11
- The United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported in its June 2006 report, 'Mold Prevention Strategies and Possible Health Effects in the Aftermath of Hurricanes and Major Floods,' that "excessive exposure to mold-contaminated materials can cause adverse health effects in susceptible persons regardless of the type of mold or the extent of contamination. (wikipedia.org)
- Studies have shown that people who are atopic (sensitive), already have allergies, asthma, or compromised immune systems and occupy damp or moldy buildings are at an increased risk of health problems such as inflammatory responses to mold spores, metabolites such as mycotoxins, and other components. (wikipedia.org)
- A person's reaction to mold depends on their sensitivity and other health conditions, the amount of mold present, length of exposure, and the type of mold or mold products. (wikipedia.org)
- Symptoms of mold exposure can include: Nasal and sinus congestion, runny nose Respiratory problems, such as wheezing and difficulty breathing, chest tightness Cough Throat irritation Sneezing / Sneezing fits Adverse respiratory health effects are associated with occupancy in buildings with moisture and mold damage. (wikipedia.org)
- Mold exposures have a variety of health effects depending on the person. (wikipedia.org)
- Criteria pollutants are substances common in outdoor air and are associated to adverse health effects, this pollutants include particulate matter, carbon monoxide, lead, nitrogen dioxide and ozone. (cdc.gov)
- [14] Their vulnerability stems not only from the increased risk of viral transmission in congregate-care settings threatening their physical health, but also from the pandemic response in custodial settings jeopardizing their mental health. (arizonastatelawjournal.org)
- Exposure to these contaminants, even at low levels, may lead to adverse health effects, particularly in high-risk groups such as the unborn child. (justia.com)
- A cool environment is critical for protecting vulnerable populations from the adverse health effects associated with exposure to extreme heat. (ametsoc.org)
- Our study offered additional empirical evidence that leadership styles fostering the recovery of health human resources may be a key indicator of successful response to crises. (sherpa-recherche.com)
- In response to the increase in ideological and non-ideological mass killings, mental health professionals are beginning to invest in prevention and intervention in violent radicalization situations. (sherpa-recherche.com)
Disaster2
- The site provides a series of reports on emergency responders' safety management in disaster and terrorism response. (cdc.gov)
- This essay argues that the juvenile legal system's response to the coronavirus pandemic fails children by ignoring their unique developmental needs and the trauma of confinement during disaster. (arizonastatelawjournal.org)
Symptoms1
- Infants may develop respiratory symptoms due to exposure to a specific type of fungal mold, called Penicillium. (wikipedia.org)
Vulnerable2
- Biomonitoring for POPs and metals will enhance awareness among this vulnerable population of the risks posed by these chemicals in various regions of North America and help identify ways to reduce exposure. (justia.com)
- Therefore, a higher degree of intentionality that explicitly considers cooling center proximity to the vulnerable populations they aim to serve might be beneficial as planners and emergency managers determine cooling center locations in response to extreme heat. (ametsoc.org)
Consequences1
- From increased heart rate and blood pressure to changes in hormone levels, prolonged exposure to stress can have serious consequences for our physical well-being. (mindowl.org)
Risk2
- Kelman and Glantz (2014) summarize these aspects as risk knowledge, monitoring and warning, dissemination and communication and response capability. (frontiersin.org)
- Part III will argue that the juvenile legal system has ignored the long-term effects of environmental risk factors intensified by the system's pandemic response in ways that violate confined youths' Eighth and Fourteenth Amendment rights. (arizonastatelawjournal.org)
Mental2
- Stress is a physical, mental and emotional response to events that cause strain or upset. (mindowl.org)
- Findings from interviews with primary healthcare nurses reveal that the pandemic exacerbated existing challenges, including medication adherence issues, fear and uncertainty among patients, vaccine hesitancy, decreased clinic visits, and the mental and emotional toll on both patients and healthcare workers. (preprints.org)
Chemical1
- Challenges faced by emergency response and recovery workers include electrocution, falls, chemical hazards, fire, and physical hazards associated to injury from falling or flying debris, among others. (cdc.gov)
Humans2
- The idea that everything humans do to the environment is bad is an emotional one, not scientific, especially when the pollution we are talking about (CO2) is necessary for life on Earth. (drroyspencer.com)
- The straight red line (linear dose response) is, in contrast, what is usually assumed that any increase beyond that believed to exist before humans arrived is necessarily bad for Mother Earth. (drroyspencer.com)
Biological1
- There is a concept in toxicology called hormesis , around since at least the late 1800s, which states that for many chemicals the biological response is actually positive at low doses, before it becomes negative at high doses. (drroyspencer.com)
Stress3
- Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a syndrome resulting from exposure to real or threatened serious injury or sexual assault. (medscape.com)
- Baum and colleagues then looked for this same chronic stress response in a community located near a leaking hazardous waste site and found similar results. (cdc.gov)
- For instance, coping in those who seek emotional support or take action to resolve the problem has fewer harmful effects of stress. (biomedcentral.com)
Natural1
- Under the general supervision of the Branch Chief, and direct supervision of the Section Chief, provides management of projects, staff, and contractors applying ecological restoration and landscape architectural proficiency to stream restoration, natural landscaping, reforestation, storm drainage, flood control, and other water quality projects. (fairfaxcounty.gov)
Warning systems3
- Warning systems are essential for providing people with information so they can take protective action in response to perils. (frontiersin.org)
- Warning systems represent a critical element of the communication landscape and are aimed at providing information so people can take protective responses to various perils. (frontiersin.org)
- While many warning systems tend to focus on the technical capabilities of providing warning information, warning systems in fact comprise a number of elements, all of which are needed for effective responses to occur. (frontiersin.org)
Business2
- The economic rebound has been quick and substantive to date, driven by a combination of well-timed policy responses and the ingenuity and flexibility of the business base. (charteredaccountants.ie)
- above HRM information for equations on business & floods. (be-mindful.de)
Events1
- This work examines the long-term development of Mediterranean epiplastic biofilms and is the first to examine how primary colonization influences the microbial community re-attachment and succession as a response to extreme weather events. (bvsalud.org)
Levels2
- Exposure to high levels of mycotoxins can lead to neurological problems and, in some cases, death. (wikipedia.org)
- Public communication and interventions for EEW could take into consideration different levels and types of experiences of the audience for greater success in response. (frontiersin.org)
Pregnant1
- The findings will inform first-time pregnant women in the vicinity of the study sites of their exposure to selected POPs and heavy metals. (justia.com)
Increase1
- Most trading businesses saw their customs exposure increase, while some companies submitted declarations for the first time. (charteredaccountants.ie)
Human1
- Physical exercise tears apart human tissue…but helps build more muscle as a response to the demands placed on the body. (drroyspencer.com)
Water1
- but in these last changes we tend the return( a land of land), a -, the photo, a same respect of flood, state-of-the-art graduate water, besides the shortcut and projections, just with the counter, effect, and interested space. (sunshineday.com)
Avoid1
- Those with the power to free youth from jails and prisons must reckon with the long-term harms of the system's coronavirus response if they hope to avoid deleterious effects on children and public safety. (arizonastatelawjournal.org)
Experiences1
- We undertook a survey of people's previous experiences of earthquakes, their perceptions of the usefulness of a hypothetical EEW system, and their intended responses to a potential warning (for example, Drop, Cover, Hold (DCH), staying still, performing safety actions). (frontiersin.org)
Determine1
- The program will help determine geographical and temporal trends of these exposures in selected cities within the United States, Canada, and Mexico. (justia.com)
Result1
- As many as 21% of asthma cases may result from exposure to mold. (wikipedia.org)
Blood1
- The study will involve administering an exposure questionnaire and collection of blood and urine samples during the 3rd trimester of the pregnancy. (justia.com)
Type1
- Estimate of Annualized Burden Table: Type or respondents Number of respondents Number of responses per respondent Average burden per response (in hrs. (justia.com)
Family1
- I wouldn't really understand what it was to live under the eyes of the law until I turned 13, when my family was blown away by hurricane winds to live in the Bay Area. (blacksourcemedia.com)
Emergency1
- Emergency-response directors and supervisors should be aware of the potential dangers involved, and should establish and enforce proper safety programs. (cdc.gov)