As the frequency of wildfires, hurricanes, floods, heatwaves, droughts, and various other natural disasters continues to rise across the United States and its territories, health centers can expect their operations, workforce, and patients to be increasingly impacted. Amidst these challenges, it is crucial for healthcare providers to recognize the heightened risk of intimate partner violence (IPV) and human trafficking (HT) in areas affected by such disasters. IPV/HT should be considered when working in areas faced by a natural disaster or public health emergency because of the increased rates of IPV and sexual violence that are known to follow.
See below for related webinars, learning collaboratives, and resources:
Intimate Partner Violence (2-Part Webinar Series): Designing a Response to Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) Part 2: Evidence-Based Practices for Prevention and Disclosure Date: Wednesday, July
OCHIN Epic Quarterly Focused Discussion – CUES and Smart Tool OCHIN hosts a Quarterly Focused Discussion (QFD) to inform their user base on relevant updates
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