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Getting Started: An Introduction to the MRC

The Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) is a national program with a local, community-based emphasis. Its mission is to support community efforts to utilize local medical and health volunteers during emergencies and at other times of community need.

Based on local needs and available resources, each community’s MRC will function differently. This publication addresses these differences and suggests ways that you, as a community leader, can envision forming an MRC unit in your area.

Topics Addressed in This Publication

This publication discusses topics related to starting an MRC unit, including the following:

• Assessing your local situation
• Securing broad-based community support
• Matching resources to operational needs

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Last Updated on 8/15/2006