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Malaria Facts for Families & Caregivers
This article explains that malaria is a disease spread by mosquitoes, causing symptoms like fever and chills. It is common in Africa, parts of Asia, …
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FAQ: Locally Acquired Malaria Cases Identified in the U.S.
This article reports on five malaria cases in the U.S., acquired from mosquitoes in Texas and Florida. It describes how malaria spreads, mainly through mosquito …
Facts About Candida auris in Children
This article is about Candida auris, a fungus causing severe illness in hospitals. It describes how C. auris can resist treatment and spread easily, especially …
Pediatric Emergency Care Coordinator Curriculum (Hospital-Based)
Ensuring pediatric readiness in emergency departments (EDs) is crucial for delivering high-quality care to children. A key component of this effort is the Pediatric Emergency …
Pediatric Pandemic Network Disaster Cycle
The Pediatric Pandemic Network Disaster Cycle image describes the steps to prepare, response, and recover from a disaster. It’s important for child safety planning. The …
A Timely Assessment of Pediatric Surge Capacity and Capability
2023
· Pediatric Pandemic Network (PPN),
· Nationwide Children's Hospital,
· The Ohio State University
This article is a commentary on the article "A Statewide Assessment of Pediatric Emergency Care Surge Capabilities" (PMID: 36872285). The study by Li et al …
Establishing Outcome-Driven Vital Signs Ranges For Children in the Prehospital Setting
2023
· Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital,
· Northwestern University,
· Pediatric Pandemic Network (PPN),
· University of Pittsburgh,
· University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine,
· Eastern Virginia Medical School,
· Massachusetts General Hospital,
· Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters
This article describes a study on setting vital sign ranges for children in emergency situations. It looks at heart rate, breathing rate, blood pressure, and …
60 Seconds to Survival
Practicing effective triage is critical for saving lives in mass casualty incidents (MCIs) and disasters, where rapid decision-making can determine patient outcomes. This short, gamified …
Bronchiolitis: A Scenario-Based Primer
Upon completion of this module, the learner will be able to: * Discuss the epidemiology and pathophysiology of bronchiolitis. * Review the evaluation and management …
The Hospital Costs of High Emergency Department Pediatric Readiness
2024
· Pediatric Pandemic Network (PPN),
· EMSC Innovation and Improvement Center (EIIC),
· University of Texas at Austin,
· Harbor-UCLA Medical Center,
· Oregon Health & Science University,
· Stanford Medicine,
· University of California San Francisco,
· Dell Children's Medical Center
This article describes the costs of improving emergency departments (EDs) to better care for children. It explains that having high pediatric readiness in EDs can …