Public Health Emergency Vocabulary

noun a state of being ready or prepared for something

adjective preparedness can also be used as an adjective to describe someone or something that is ready or prepared

• The government emphasized the importance of disaster preparedness in their latest report.
• Make sure you have your emergency kit ready just in case - preparedness is key!
• Dude, you gotta have your stuff together, like, always be preparedness, ya know?
• In life, it's crucial to have mental preparedness for any challenges that may come your way.

noun a state or process of voluntarily separating oneself from others, typically to prevent the spread of illness

verb to voluntarily separate oneself from others, typically to prevent the spread of illness

• It is important to self-isolate if you have been in contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19.
• If you're feeling sick, make sure to self-isolate to prevent spreading any germs.
• Dude, you need to self-isolate ASAP if you're not feeling well.
• Sometimes we need to self-isolate emotionally in order to focus on our own well-being.