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Clinical Guidance for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) A(H5N1)
2024
· Pediatric Pandemic Network (PPN),
· National Emerging Pathogens Training & Education Center (NETEC),
· Children's National Hospital,
· UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital,
· University of Nebraska Medical Center,
· Children's Nebraska
This webpage provides clinical guidance for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) AH5N1. It offers information on managing cases of HPAI AH5N1, including diagnosis, treatment, and …
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Pediatric Medical Countermeasures: Antidotes and Cytokines for Radiological and Nuclear Incidents and Terrorism
2024
· Arizona Poison and Drug Information Center,
· Western Regional Alliance for Pediatric Emergency Management (WRAP-EM),
· Emory University,
· Southern Regional Disaster Response System,
· Intermountain Primary Children's Hospital,
· University of Nebraska Medical Center,
· University of California San Francisco,
· Stanford University,
· Arizona Department of Health Services
This article addresses the lack of studies comparing pediatric indications and dosing for medical countermeasures in radiological and nuclear incidents. Children are especially vulnerable in …
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 …
Drought and Health: A Messaging Framework for Public Health and Healthcare Providers
· University of Nebraska Medical Center,
· National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA),
· National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS)
The document is about how drought affects health and what public health workers and healthcare providers can do. It describes ways to communicate important information …
Drought and Public Health: A Roadmap for Advancing Engagement and Preparedness
2023
· National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA),
· National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS),
· University of Nebraska Medical Center
The document explains how droughts can affect public health. It describes ways to prepare for these impacts by improving communication, planning, and response strategies. The …
Biological PPE: Ebola Virus Disease - High Level - Donning
The video demonstrates the step-by-step process of donning biological personal protective equipment (PPE) for Ebola patient care, following the protocol used by the Nebraska Biocontainment …
How to Evacuate When Disaster Strikes: A Literature Review of Hospital Evacuations
This review describes how hospitals can safely move patients and staff during disasters like fires, floods, or storms. It explains the steps needed to plan …
Parent-ish
This webpage features Parent-ish, a resource for parents provided by Children’s Mercy. The site offers helpful information and advice on parenting topics, health tips, and …
Safe Sleep, Safe Babies
This webpage describes ways to keep babies safe while they sleep. It explains that babies should always sleep on their backs, alone, and in a …