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This knowledge base serves as a repository for emergency preparedness resources focused on Emergency Support Function 8 (ESF-8, Public Health and Medical Services) and related public safety topics. The content in this knowledge base is based on local and national best practices. Documents developed by the DelValle Institute are distinguished by a download icon 
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Social determinants of vulnerability
| 1. Definition Social determinants of vulnerability place individuals, households, and communities at higher risk for poor outcomes and increased risk during emergencies. These factors specifically address the broader scope and perspective of how to view public health and safety in communities. Derived from the Public Health Workbook to Define, Locate, and Reach Special, Vulnerable, and At-risk Populations in an Emergency, these factors include:
2. Resources A variety of resources are available to help gather data on the broad scope and categories of people who will likely need additional assistance. |
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- American FactFinder by the United States Census Bureau
- List of national and Massachusetts-specific data sources
- Ready or Not? Evacuation and Sheltering Following Superstorm Sandy
- Recorded webinar on categories of people at risk, how to approach development of a community profile, and application of community profiles to emergency planning to reflect those individuals most at risk
- Recorded webinar on categories of people at risk, how to approach development of a community profile, and application of community profiles to emergency planning to reflect those individuals most at risk
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