Wednesday, April 2, 2025
4/2/2025
FSM Public Health and Hospital Emergency Preparedness - The Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) Public Health and Hospital Emergency Preparedness and Response Unit (PHHEP) with the HPP Cooperative Agreement aims to strengthen health care delivery system preparedness and response across the FSM. Through collaborative effort, this program focuses on the following key areas: 1. Capacity Building – to enhance the capabilities of health care facilities, emergency responders, and community partners to effectively manage emergencies and disasters; 2. Risk Assessment and Planning – to conduct hazard vulnerability assessments (HVAs) other needs assessments and develop robust emergency response plans tailored to FSM’s unique geographic and cultural context; 3. Resource Allocation – to ensure efficient allocation of resources, including medical equipment, supplies, and personnel for emergency response capacity; 4. Training and Exercise – to provide targeted training and conducting regular exercises to improve readiness and coordination among health care stakeholders; 5. Real-Time Information Sharing – to establish communication systems for timely information exchange during emergencies. By fostering collaboration, building resilience and promoting evidence-based practices, the HPP funding support will contribute to a more prepared and resilient health care system safeguarding the well-being of the FSM population.
HHS’ Tracking Accountability in Government Grants System (TAGGS) website provides access to detailed descriptions of grants, loans, aggregated direct payments and other types of financial assistance awarded by the HHS Operating Divisions (OPDIVs) and the Office of the Secretary Staff Divisions (STAFFDIVs).