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Supporting Youth Mental Health During the COVID-19 Pandemic
2021
· Northwestern University,
· Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital,
· Brown University,
· Hasbro Children’s Hospital
This commentary discusses how the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated youth mental health issues, and highlights the insufficiencies in the U.S. mental health infrastructure for children. Emergency …
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Surge Capacity Principles: Care of the Critically Ill and Injured During Pandemics and Disasters: CHEST Consensus Statement
2014
· University of Minnesota,
· The Hebrew University of Jerusalem,
· George Washington University,
· University of British Columbia,
· Sharp Healthcare,
· Allina Health Care
This article offers consensus recommendations for expanding critical care surge capacity and enhancing intensive care services during disasters or pandemics. It highlights key principles for …
Pediatric Firearm Violence in America
2024
· Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital,
· University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences,
· George Washington University,
· Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
This article highlights the serious issue of gun violence affecting children. It describes how firearms are the leading cause of death for kids and provides …
The Child Opportunity Index and Pediatric Emergency Medical Services Utilization
2023
· Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital,
· Northwestern University,
· The University of Chicago Medicine,
· Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh,
· University of Pittsburgh,
· University of Florida
This article discusses how the Child Opportunity Index, which measures resources and conditions for children in different neighborhoods, relates to how often kids use emergency …
Parenting Supports Podcast [Playlist]
This podcast playlist offers advice and support for parents and caregivers. The podcast covers different topics that include self-care, gun violence, and managing stress.
Project ADAM Heart Safe School Program Checklist
This 2-page document is a checklist for schools to become “Heart Safe” through the Project ADAM program. The checklist helps schools prepare for heart emergencies …
Basics of Firearm Safety Laws In Illinois
This document describes the basic firearm safety laws in Illinois. It explains who can own or use a gun, what rules must be followed to …
Preventing Injury and Promoting Sports Safety
This webpage describes ways to prevent injuries and keep kids safe while playing sports. It gives tips like wearing the right safety gear, warming up …
Information Sheets [For Pediatric Post-Kidney Transplant Patients]
This webpage provides information sheets made for children who have had a kidney transplant. These sheets give helpful tips about nutrition, healthy eating, and staying …
Child Maltreatment Toolkit, 3rd Edition
This toolkit is a guide for healthcare professionals to help them recognize and respond to child abuse and neglect. It describes signs of maltreatment, steps …