Disaster Research Literature Review
The Pediatric Disaster Medicine Literature Review is a scoping review that aimed to catalogue and appraise the past 20+ years of pediatric disaster medicine research. The multidisciplinary literature review core team was comprised of several physicians, data scientists, and a medical librarian.
National Preparedness Survey of Pediatric Intensive Care Units with Simulation Centers During the Coronavirus Pandemic
2020
· Indiana University,
· Yale School of Medicine,
· Yale University,
· Florida Atlantic University,
· Wayne State University,
· Thomas Jefferson University,
· Riley Children's Health
This study conducted a survey among 35 pediatric intensive care units (PICUs) in the United States (US) to assess COVID-19 preparedness. 22 PICUs responded and …
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Overview of Children and Disasters
2018
· UH Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital,
· Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine,
· University of Maryland
This review discusses demographics, risks, programs, and training related to children who experience disasters, facing risks like medical and psychological issues. It highlights the importance …
Are Tertiary Care Paediatricians Prepared for Disaster Situations?
2016
· ZNA Stuivenberg,
· Ghent University Hospital,
· University of Leuven
This article discusses a study on how well pediatricians in specialized hospitals are prepared for disasters. The survey found that only 35% had disaster training, …
Use of Simulation to Gauge Preparedness for Ebola at a Free-Standing Children’s Hospital
2016
· Akron Children's Hospital
This article discusses the response to an Ebola exposure incident in Akron, OH in 2014. The local public health agencies and health care organization's rapid …
Pandemic Influenza and Pediatric Intensive Care
This article assesses the preparedness planning for an influenza pandemic by modeling pediatric surge capacity in healthcare facilities and pediatric intensive care units (PICUs) over …
Home Educating in an Extended Family Culture and Aging Society May Fare Best During a Pandemic
The article discusses the potential impact of an epidemic outbreak in large cities with efficient transportation networks. It highlights how pathogens could spread rapidly through …
Survey of Emergency Department Staff on Disaster Preparedness and Training for Ebola Virus Disease
This survey looks at how well emergency department staff are prepared for Ebola. It describes that many hospitals in the U.S. created special training programs …
Preparedness for Zika Virus Disease — New York City, 2016
This article discusses the NYC Health + Hospitals Zika Preparedness and Response Action Plan, following CDC guidance. The plan includes universal travel screening, diagnostic testing, …
If Schools Are Closed, Who Will Watch Our Kids? Family Caregiving And Other Sources Of Role Conflict Among Nurses During Large-Scale Outbreaks
2009
· University of Ottawa
This article explores the concerns of Canadian emergency and critical care nurses regarding the support needed during infectious disease outbreaks. It highlights the work-family and …
Subacute Phase After an Earthquake: An Even More Important Period
This article focuses on the subacute phase after an earthquake, which is often overlooked compared to the acute phase. It describes how medical relief during …