EMSTAT is the new mechanism developed by DHH to report the status of critical healthcare facilities such as hospitals and nursing homes during an emergency.

The system can collect near-real time information including not only facility status data but also data about census and patient status. This Webinar provides a great opportunity to learn EMSTAT basics including:

■ How to report an emergency event
■ What you should do before, during and after an emergency event
■ What are the essential components of an emergency preparedness plan

You will also have the opportunity to ask questions before you are faced with a hurricane or other emergency.

Please call Julie or Leah at (225) 926-6353 with any questions.

NEW Registration Instructions
(Deadline to register is July 26.)

1.  Click on the following link:  https://ifmcevents.webex.com
2.  Locate the name of our event in the event list:  July 28, 2010 -
eQHS - Hurricane Preparedness
3.  Click on the Register link to the right of the event title
4.  Enter the required information
5.  Immediately upon submission of the information, you will receive an email containing detailed instructions for joining the meeting.  Please note that the meeting will not be accessible until 15 minutes prior to the scheduled start time.
6.  For the audio portion only, call 1-888-346-3659, passcode 03755

If you experience any difficulties in enrolling or joining this event, please contact the IFMC Webex Helpline at (515) 440-8555.

You may submit questions in advance by emailing jkueker@lhcr.org.