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Creation and Delphi-Method Refinement of Pediatric Disaster Triage Simulations
2014
· Yale University,
· Yale School of Medicine,
· Hasbro Children’s Hospital,
· Brown University,
· University of Massachusetts,
· University of British Columbia,
· Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital,
· Boston Children's Hospital,
· Harvard Medical School,
· U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS),
· Children's National Hospital,
· University of Colorado,
· Pediatric Emergency Research Canada,
· University of Connecticut School of Medicine
This research focused on creating realistic training simulations for emergency medical service (EMS) providers to handle pediatric disaster situations. The study involved designing scenarios like …
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Pediatric Considerations Before, During, and After Radiological or Nuclear Emergencies
2018
· Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC),
· Emory University,
· George Washington University
This article focuses on how children are affected by radiation during nuclear or radiological emergencies. It describes that kids can be more exposed to radiation …
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 …
2024 Virtual Summit: Fundamentals of Mass Violence Preparedness, Response, Recovery, and Resilience
2024
· National Center for Victims of Crime,
· National Mass Violence Center (NMVC),
· University of Pittsburgh,
· U.S. Department of Justice
The virtual summit held on July 17, 2024, was a groundbreaking event focused on preparing for, responding to, and recovering from mass violence incidents. Featuring …
A Skill Set for Supporting Displaced Children in Psychological Recovery After Disasters
2017
· University of Oklahoma,
· Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University,
· National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN),
· George Washington University
This review examines intervention practices for helping displaced children, adolescents, and families after natural disasters. It emphasizes enhancing youth resilience, building social connections, and coping …
Pandemic Influenza Preparedness Among Child Care Center Directors in 2008 and 2016
2017
· University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine,
· Mississippi State University,
· American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP),
· University of Pittsburgh
This study examined how prepared child care center directors were for pandemic influenza in 2008 and 2016. The survey found that readiness was low both …
Design for Implementation of a System-Level ICU Pandemic Surge Staffing Plan
2020
· University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine,
· University of Pittsburgh,
· University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
This article presents a plan to help hospitals manage more patients during pandemics like COVID-19. It explains how the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center created …
Changes in the Management of Children with Brief Resolved Unexplained Events (BRUEs)
This article discusses changes in managing children with brief resolved unexplained events (BRUE), focusing on reduced hospitalization rates and the importance of clinical evaluation and …
Pediatric Emergency Preparedness for Mass Gatherings and Special Events
2004
· University of Pittsburgh
This article is about preparing for emergencies involving children at large events with over 1,000 people. It describes how nurses and health care providers play …
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 …