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From a natural disease outbreak such as the flu, to deliberate acts of terrorism involving the use of biological agents like anthrax,
public health emergencies are anything that can make a large number of people very ill, unexpectedly and quickly.
There are specific steps you can take to prepare for the unexpected such as
Create a emergency kit, Make a plan, Become better informed.
In cases where the government needs to quickly provide the community with medication,
they may set up a Point of Dispensing or POD.
A POD could be housed in a large building or school gym like the one behind me.
The purpose of a POD is to get medication into everyone as quickly and effectively as possible.
Time may be limited so it's important you follow instructions and remember
You may have to wait in line like the people here.
Make sure you have a way to communicate. If you need a pen and paper, or an interpreter, please ask someone!
It's also important to bring with you medical information such as medical history, any allergies you have, and what medications you regularly take.
Finally, all of the people you see here today are volunteers.
They need your help so please join your local medical reserve corps and become a volunteer!