The Survival Guide
About this item
From the medical director of the New York City Mayor’s Office of Emergency Management, here, in straightforward language and with easy-to-understand instructions, is a step-by-step guide to protecting yourself and your family in large-scale emergencies.
The Survival Guide provides expert critical information about the most likely biological, chemical, and nuclear threats—and explains the basic steps to take before, during, and after a terrorist attack or other emergency situation.
Easy to use: standardized chapter format full of quick tips and information
Complete explanations: of different biological, chemical, and nuclear weapons
Early identification pointers: including symptoms, emergency response, testing and diagnosis, treatment, special precautions, preparation tips, and much more
Special sections: care for children, pregnant women, and even pets
Provides: resource sections with contact numbers and information, and instructions on what to do in the event of an attack, including advice on prevention as well as containment
Assesses: crucial information for disaster planning, including recommendations for action based on proximity to an attack and precautionary suggestions regarding mass transportation