Experts discuss the severe impact of the California wildfires on physical and mental health, as well as the practical steps you can take to safeguard yourself and your loved ones. The conversation encompasses expert advice on mitigating health risks from air pollution, coping with trauma and survivor's guilt, and ensuring your children's safety and well-being. They delve into essential tips for dealing with insurance claims, legal rights during natural disasters, and offer invaluable insights from first responders on the front lines of this devastating event.

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Call 988

Call the Disaster Distress Helpline at 1-800-985-5990

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) https://www.nami.org/

Call 1-800-950-NAMI (6264), text “HelpLine” to 62640 or email helpline@nami.org

The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry https://www.aacap.org/

FEMA: www.disasterassistance.gov

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▶️Chapters:

00:00 Preparing for Natural Disasters

01:40 How Wildfires Affect Your Health & Immune System

07:09 Protective Measures for Airborne Particles

08:50 Natural Disasters & Trauma, Psychological Health

14:21 Caution Against Substance Use in Trauma

19:03 Mental Health Support Resources

21:50 Talking to Children about Natural Disasters

23:38 Air Quality after Wildfires and Kids' Health Advice

30:00 When to See Your Pediatrician

41:17 Dealing with Insurance after your Home is Damaged in a Natural Disaster

47:24 Wildfire Insurance and Assistance Options

57:52 Legal Advice & Community Relief

59:03 California Emergency Legal Protections

01:01:17 First Responders and First Responder Families Dealing with Wildfires

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