Keywords

American Indians, bioterrorism preparedness, core competencies, Northwest states, partnerships, training

 

Authors

  1. Pearson, Dave PhD
  2. Thompson, Jack MSW
  3. Finkbonner, Joe MHA, RPh
  4. Williams, Chris MA
  5. D'Ambrosio, Luann MEd

Abstract

This article examines the collaboration, methodology, results, and lessons learned stemming from the experience of a unique university, state, and tribal collaborative model for public health emergency preparedness assessment activities. This collaborative model may be applicable to other public health preparedness efforts, as well as the broader range of general public health or workforce development partnerships between state, local, and tribal health departments and academic institutions.