“Since its inception, the National Disaster Medical System has completed over 500 missions, a milestone that reflects your collective resilience and commitment.'

- ASPR’s Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary Nikki Bratcher Bowman. #NDMSTrainingSummit

When disaster strikes, the National Disaster Medical System responds. This week, 300+ new NDMS responders are preparing for future disasters by taking essential skills training, getting hands-on experience with field gear & learning about response procedures. #NDMSTrainingSummit

Suicides outnumbered homicides in the US from 2011-2020. The Suicide Prevention Resource Center has resources to help healthcare providers identify & support people who may be suicidal and the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is available 24/7 at 988. #MHAM2024 sprc.org

The Medical Reserve Corps’ new technology-driven training facility in Rhode Island will help Medical Reserve Corps units, their partners, and members of the community get hands-on training and virtual training needed to help save lives in a disaster or emergency. aspr.hhs.gov/newsroom/Pages…

Our first award through the RRPV | Rapid Response Partnership Vehicle is to Allucent for decentralized clinical trials, which allow some or all trial-related activities to take place at participants’ homes or other convenient locations. Learn more about this #ProjectNextGen effort medicalcountermeasures.gov/newsroom/2024/…

Mental health IS health & supporting it is a critical aspect of emergency response. We urge partners in the health care community to ensure facilities are ready to support the wellbeing of patients, loved ones, staff & clinicians in a disaster. See @asprgov for #MHAM resources.

🎉 Happy National Women’s Health Week! Join ASPR’s Nikki Bratcher-Bowman, along with the other 2024 #NWHW Ambassadors, in encouraging women everywhere to take time to nurture your body and mind. womenshealth.gov/nwhw/ambassado…

During mass casualty incidents, hospitals must continue to provide blood transfusions. Use ASPR TRACIE’s Blood and Blood Products Topic Collection to learn more about the supply chain and ensure your facility’s protocols are updated. bit.ly/3JTIxWs

Register for the Psychological First Aid (PFA) online course and learn core actions of PFA, ways to apply them in different post-disaster scenarios and with different survivor needs, and provider well-being before, during, and after disasters. #MHAM2024 bit.ly/3y7PFvz

Join ASPR in recognizing Clifford Jones, who encourages people to consider a career in nursing: “Do it! You will have an opportunity to help others. You will always be employed in direct patient care, administration, or education.” #ThankANurse Medical Reserve Corps

“As a nurse, there is never a day when you won't experience something new and learn from it. That is my favorite thing about nursing: you are in a career that automatically makes you a lifelong learner, which to me is endlessly exciting.” – Julie Krause, Medical Reserve Corps Volunteer

“There are plenty of opportunities to get involved at various levels in public service. All skill sets are needed and can provide value.” - Dr. Matt Scola, Pharmacist, Office of Response

“I have been volunteering continuously since I was drawn to the valuable role the Medical Reserve Corps plays in our community. It is a dynamic, professional organization that pivots as the needs of the community change.” – Barbara Piwinski, RN, BSN #ThankANurse #NurseAppreciation

“Everyone has their own story and individual perspective about public service; personally, it has been an invaluable and rewarding experience on every facet and the best career decision.” - Connie Song, Lead Contract Specialist, DRIVe, BARDA

Join ASPR in recognizing Rene Bloomer, a nurse for over 47 years who, although retired from her full-time job, “still believes in giving back to the community and the Medical Reserve Corps is one of the best ways I can -- and still -- contribute as an RN.” #ThankANurse #NurseAppreciation

“Even though the hours can be long, take comfort in knowing that somewhere, someone, is better off because of the work you do.” – Harry Mayer R3 Regional Administrator, ASPR Office of Response, RRO

“Supporting community public health has been a passion since the Peace Corps, and while I don’t have a medical or public health degree, I have found ways to support efforts using my skillset.” - Mary Radebach, Program Analyst, ASPR Immediate Office