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Rebuilding for resiliency: How Puerto Ricos environmental health department managed several public health emergencies and emerged stronger
Lopez RJ , Snchez AO . J Environ Health 2021 83 (10) 28-31 The island of Puerto Rico endured several emergencies/disasters between 2017 and 2021 that threatened both its physical infrastructure and human resource capital. From a devastating hurricane to a worldwide pandemic, the Puerto Rico Department of Health (PRDOH) Environmental Health Program faced each challenge with the mission-minded resolve that is key for rising above seemingly insurmountable setbacks. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention supported three projects from 20182021 to assist PRDOHs hurricane recovery efforts, specifically to help strengthen its ability to respond to these hazards and to revitalize environmental health services, workforce, and IT infrastructure. This months column highlights those projects and the work carried out by PRDOH to overcome these emergencies and ensure the health and safety of the public. |
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