Building Pediatric Resilience in the Gulf Coast Region 

This executive summary highlights key findings from the Gulf 7 Pediatric Critical Healthcare Infrastructure Profiles, analyzing vulnerabilities and disaster preparedness across Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, Florida, and Puerto Rico. The report identifies critical gaps in healthcare access, socioeconomic disparities, and infrastructure resilience—offering essential insights to strengthen pediatric health systems and emergency readiness in this high-risk region.