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Be Ready for Measles Toolkit
This toolkit from the CDC is intended to help healthcare workers prepare for measles outbreaks. The toolkit includes important information, tips, and resources to prevent …
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Characteristics Associated With Presence of Pediatric Mental Health Care Policies in Emergency Departments
2021
· Oak Ridge Institute for Science Education,
· University of Utah,
· Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC),
· University of Michigan,
· Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital,
· Northwestern University,
· Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA)
This journal article describes how some emergency departments have special rules or policies to help children with mental health needs. The study looks at what …
About Immigrant and Refugee Health
This website describes the health challenges that immigrants and refugees may face when coming to a new country. It explains how different backgrounds, travel experiences, …
Food Allergies in School: Toolkit
This toolkit gives information and resources for teachers, staff, and parents to keep students with food allergies safe. It includes tips on preventing allergic reactions, …
Food Allergies in Schools
This webpage describes how food allergies can affect students in schools and why it is important to keep them safe. It explains that some foods …
Clinical Treatment of Monkeypox
This webpage describes the clinical treatment of mpox, focusing on tecovirimat (TPOXX) as a potential treatment option. It explains that while there is no FDA-approved …
Diagnostic Testing for Monkeypox
This resource provides essential guidelines for diagnosing mpox using real-time PCR tests. It details the process for specimen collection, handling, and testing, ensuring accurate results. …
Getting Tested for Monkeypox
This webpage describes how to get tested for mpox. Testing is recommended if you have a rash that looks like mpox or had close contact …
Signs and Symptoms of Monkeypox
This webpage describes how mpox spreads through close contact with infected people or animals, and by touching contaminated objects. The virus can spread from skin-to-skin …
How Monkeypox Spreads
This webpage describes how mpox spreads through close contact with infected people or animals, and by touching contaminated objects. The virus can spread from skin-to-skin …