Hurricane Helene: A Tale of Two Health Systems

Hurricane Helene: A Tale of Two Health Systems

Author: American Health Law Association July 11, 2025 Duration: 40:48
Deanna Mool, Chief Legal Officer, UNC Health Appalachian, and Tom Shanahan, Chief Legal Officer, UNC Health, discuss the impact of Hurricane Helene on their respective health systems in 2024 and offer tips on how to respond to a natural disaster from a legal perspective. They recount their experiences on the ground during and after the storm, including maintaining proper communication, procuring and dispersing essential aid and supplies, providing community and staff support, coordinating gra...

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