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Homeland Security Funding Update: Addressing the 9/11 Commission Recommendations

devteam@grantsoffice.com (Grants Office, LLC) — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 05:00:00 GMT

In recognition of the tenth anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has recently released its progress report highlighting the achievements that the Department and its many partners have made in carrying out the 9/11 Commission’s recommendations. Created in late 2002, this Commission was chartered to prepare a complete account of the circumstances surrounding the September 11, 2001 attacks and to provide recommendations intended to strengthen our nation’s well-being and defense from future attacks. Additional information on this August 2004 report is available at www.9-11commission.gov/report/index.htm.

Are You Getting Your Fair Share: Emergency Preparedness Funding for Health Providers

devteam@grantsoffice.com (Grants Office, LLC) — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 05:00:00 GMT

There are all kinds of disasters that require emergency response. Some of them occur naturally like pandemic influenza and hurricanes. Others are man-made disasters such as exploding bombs and other terrorist attacks. No matter the cause, health care providers play an essential role in the aftermath of these events, caring for the sick and wounded. In addition, health care entities play a major role in preventing certain catastrophes like the spread of infectious diseases. States and other regulatory agencies require hospitals and other health care organizations to be prepared for and able to respond to such emergencies.

Ensuring Homeland Security

devteam@grantsoffice.com (Grants Office, LLC) — Fri, 15 Apr 2011 05:00:00 GMT

Protecting valuable infrastructure has always been a mission for communities and those responsible for their safety. From medieval moats harboring castles down to the high-tech surveillance, training, and weapons in today’s world, efforts are infinite in their attempt to avert the loss of lives and property that can come as a result of natural disasters, man-made hazards, and terrorist attacks.