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NSW Health's role in an emergency

NSW Health's role in an emergency

NSW Health works with partner agencies to prepare, prevent, respond to and recover from emergencies and major incidents. We encourage everyone to be prepared for emergencies that can affect their health.
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Infectious diseases and food safety

Many microorganisms are capable of causing infections and illness in people. NSW Health works to protect the community against infectious diseases from contaminated food.

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Natural disasters and severe weather

Weather-related events such as bushfires, storms, floods and extreme heat can have major impacts on your health.
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Chemical and radiation emergencies

NSW Health works in partnership with other agencies to protect people’s health from chemical and radiation emergencies.

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Mental health impacts

Distress is an understandable and normal response to trauma. Resources are available to support people coping with the impacts of a major incident.
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Planning and preparedness resources

NSW Health develops resources to assist health professionals with planning and preparing for health responses to major incidents.
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Recent incidents and alerts

Find information on recent infectious diseases outbreaks and incidents.
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Current as at: Tuesday 16 November 2021
Contact page owner: State Preparedness and Response