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Changes in Access to High Pediatric Readiness Emergency Care in the United States from 2013 to 2021
2026
· University of Cincinnati,
· Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center,
· University of Pittsburgh,
· Carnegie Mellon University,
· University of Utah,
· Children's National Hospital
This journal article describes how access to emergency rooms that are well-prepared for treating children changed in the United States from 2013 to 2021. The …
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Summer 2023 ACIP Update: RSV Prevention and Updated Recommendations on Other Vaccines
2023
· University of Colorado,
· Children's National Hospital,
· University of South Florida,
· University of Alabama at Birmingham,
· University of Cincinnati,
· Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center
This article describes updates from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) about vaccines for children. It highlights new recommendations for using nirsevimab, a monoclonal …
Attitudes and Perceived Barriers to Firearm Safety Anticipatory Guidance by Pediatricians: A Statewide Perspective
2021
· Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center,
· Ohio Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics,
· Nationwide Children's Hospital,
· Children's National Hospital
This study looks at how pediatricians in Ohio feel about talking to families about gun safety. It describes that while most doctors think it's important, …
Respiratory Syncytial Virus Disease Burden and Nirsevimab Effectiveness in Young Children From 2023-2024
2024
· Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC),
· U.S. Public Health Service,
· University of Rochester,
· University of Cincinnati,
· Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center,
· Vanderbilt University,
· Texas Children's Hospital,
· Baylor College of Medicine,
· University of Washington,
· University of Pittsburgh,
· Children's Mercy Kansas City
This study looks at the impact of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) in young children during the 2023-2024 season. It describes how two new RSV prevention …
Supporting the Family After the Death of a Child or Adolescent
2023
· American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP),
· University of Nebraska Medical Center,
· U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs,
· University of Nebraska,
· Courageous Parents Network,
· National Association of Social Workers (NASW),
· Children's Mercy Kansas City
This article focuses on helping families cope after losing a child or teenager. It describes the emotional challenges parents and siblings face during this difficult …
Home and Living Resources
This webpage provides resources for people with special health care needs, focusing on home and living accommodations. It describes challenges like driving and navigating buildings, …
Disaster Preparedness: A Discussion with Frank and His Caregiver, Danielle
This 20-minute video provides information on disaster preparedness for persons with disabilities. This personal account is presented via an interview with Frank and his caregiver, …
Disaster Preparedness for People with Disabilities and Their Caregivers
This video focuses on disaster preparedness for people with disabilities and their caregivers. It describes the importance of having a plan due to Ohio's large …
Emergency Preparedness Go Bag Checklist
2024
· Children's Mercy Kansas City
This checklist describes what to pack in an emergency go bag for families, including first aid supplies, water, flashlight, batteries, cash, and important documents. It …
Mass Casualty Management in a Changing World
This editorial discusses how to handle large-scale emergencies like terrorist attacks and bioterrorism. It highlights lessons from past events, such as the Tokyo subway sarin …