An incident in which a North Carolina police officer was called to an operating room to safely remove an unexploded bomb from a man's neck underscores the need for regular coordination between healthcare and law enforcement.

The patient was taken to the emergency room on September 15 with what was believed to be a gunshot wound to the neck. An X-ray and further evaluation once law enforcement personnel were called in revealed that it was actually a homemade explosive device that had not detonated. (Source: ABC News)

Tips on how to protect yourself, your pets and your home during this period of extreme cold.

http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/capital-weather-gang/wp/2014/01/06/c...

The CDC has released the top 5 health threats of 2014.

http://www.emergencymgmt.com/health/CDC-Top-5-Health-Threats-2014.html

Japan offers a striking example of how education, communication and community participation are factors that lead to better community preparedness.

http://www.emergencymgmt.com/disaster/Philippines-Can-Learn-from-Japan-P...

As the temperatures continue to drop and snow is forecasted for much of the Northeast, all citizens should be prepared for winter weather by knowing how to care for your family, friends, pets, and property.

http://www.ready.gov/winter-weather