Prepare for an Infectious Disease Emergency

Everyday the San Francisco Department of Public Health monitors and responds to cases of infectious disease. Outbreaks can and do occur. It is important for you and your family to be prepared.

Infectious Disease Emergency Kit

Add the items listed below to your emergency kit so you can be ready for an infectious disease emergency.

Hygiene and Home Care

First aid kit
Critical papers including lists of medical conditions, medicines, allergies
Thermometer (non-mercury)
Tissues
Soap
Hand sanitizer (with at least 60% alcohol content)
Bleach (unscented)
Face masks (that cover nose and mouth)
Gloves
Plastic bags for discarding contaminated items

Food and Water

1-2 month supply of non-perishable food
1 week supply of water

Medicines

1-2 month supply of prescription medicines
2 month supply of fever medicines (e.g., ibuprofen, acetaminophen)

Know Where to get Reliable Information During an Emergency

311 San Francisco telephone information service
Radio stations that will provide emergency information:
- KCBS 740 AM
- KNBR 680 AM
- KGO 810 AM
- KQED 88.5 FM
- KSJO 92.3 FM
Websites
- Infectious Disease Emergency Information
- Office of Emergency Serives

Useful Emergency Planning Links

Family Planning Information
- 72 Hours.org
- Your Family Disaster Plan, Red Cross
Emergency Kit Contents
Business Planning
- Workplace Preparedness, Red Cross
- Emergency Preparedness for Businesses, Centers for Disease Control
Clinic Disaster Plan
- Clinic Disaster Plan Guidance, California Office of Emergency Services
- Clinic Emergency Preparedness, California Primary Care Association
Clinician Health Alerts

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