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Prevent injury after a natural disaster
  • Published Date:
    June 15, 2006
  • Language:
    English
Filetype[PDF-122.62 KB]


Details:
  • Corporate Authors:
    Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (U.S.) ; National Center for Emerging and Zoonotic Infectious Diseases (U.S.). Division of Healthcare Quality Promotion. ;
  • Series:
    Disaster safety
  • Keywords:
  • Description:
    Protect yourself from animal- and insect-related hazards -- Prevent carbon monoxide poisoning -- Use chain saws safety -- Avoid electrical hazards -- Be aware of dangerous materials -- Beware of drowning hazards -- Prevent fires -- Be alert to gas leaks -- Reduce temperature–related risks -- Prevent falls -- Prevent or treat wounds -- Protect yourself from other injuries.

  • Document Type:
    Pamphlet (or booklet)
  • Collection(s):
    Stephen B. Thacker CDC Library collection
  • Place as Subject:
    gau
  • Supporting Files:
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