The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has issued important guidance on how to prepare for hurricanes when dependent on medical devices.  FDA stresses that during hurricanes and other emergency situations, medical devices may be exposed to fluctuating power, contaminants, or unusual levels of heat or humidity. The guidance links to pages providing information on the use of medical devices during and during emergency situations and afterwards, including:

• Disposal of Contaminated Devices
• Reopening Dialysis Clinics after Restoration of Power and Water
• FDA Offers Tips about Medical Devices and Hurricane Disasters
• Medical Devices Requiring Refrigeration
• Medical Devices that Have Been Exposed to Heat and Humidity
• Tips for Mammography Facilities Following Natural Disasters or Severe Weather Conditions