Chemical agents such as tear gas or pepper spray are sometimes used for crowd control during protests or civil disturbances. Children are particularly vulnerable  when exposed to these through ingestion, inhalation, or contact. Individuals with respiratory problems such as asthma may also be particularly sensitive to these agents. https://bit.ly/ProtectingKidsDuringProtests_chemical     What is tear gas? Tear gas/gel or pepper spray are irritants known as...

Chemical agents such as tear gas or pepper spray are sometimes used for crowd control during protests or civil disturbances. Children are particularly vulnerable when exposed to chemical agents (ingestion, inhalation, or contact) due to their:    • Closer proximity to the ground  • Higher respiratory rates  • Smaller blood volume  • Thinner skin  • Frequent hand-to-mouth behavior  • Prolonged exposure may go unrecognized in younger or...

January 2025 -  Chris Lake, Executive Director of the Nevada Hospital Association, presents an overview of the Burn Watch Board, discussing its functionality and potential adaptation for pediatric ICUs.     During the WRAP-EM Weekly Call-in on January 15, 2025, Chris Lake, Executive Director of the Nevada Hospital Association, introduced the Burn Watch Board, a real-time monitoring system used to track burn center capacity across North America. The presentation detailed the...

WRAP-EM’s newest featured product answers a critical question: How do we move hospitalized children when minutes matter? The Hospital Evacuation Guide for Pediatric Patients distills expert insight from intensivists, neonatologists, pharmacists, EMS leaders, and emergency managers into practical checklists, transport algorithms (TRAIN®), HICS job sheets, and reunification templates. Download the guide here to strengthen drills, policies, and real-world response...

Support for Parents, Caregivers, and Healthcare Professionals  In the aftermath of wildfires, families and communities face unique challenges during recovery. The Western Regional Alliance for Pediatric Emergency Management (WRAP-EM) has gathered essential resources to help parents, caregivers, and healthcare professionals support children during this critical time. WRAP-EM focuses on emergency and disaster preparedness, ensuring the right help reaches those who need it most, especially...