North Carolina

Healthcare Preparedness Program

WE ARE A PARTNER TO THE HEALTHCARE COMMUNITY, WORKING TO PREPARE FOR, RESPOND TO, AND RECOVER FROM EMERGENCIES AND DISASTERS ACROSS NORTH CAROLINA

Logo of the North Carolina Healthcare Preparedness Program. It features an outline of the state with a red, white, and blue background, a yellow heartbeat line, a black triangular design, and a gold medical caduceus symbol. The design is enclosed in a blue oval border with the program name written around it.
Our Program

The Healthcare Preparedness Program strives to be a partner to the healthcare community, working to prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergency and disasters across North Carolina.   This is built by fostering partnerships with a strong foundation of communication, coordination, and collaboration.  

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SMRS Partners

The State Medical Response System is the made up of local, regional, and statewide partners who help us support healthcare organizations across North Carolina with various equipment, supplies, and personnel when the traditional systems are overwhelmed and need assistance.   

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News & Events

Healthcare Services in Shelters Webinar

This webinar will provide updated healthcare guidance for coordinating and delivering medical services in congregate sheltering environments during emergencies and disasters. The content is grounded in current state-level plans and

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February 19, 2026 12:10 pm