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H5N1: Gauging the Current Threat
2024
· Brown University,
· Tennessee Department of Health,
· Texas A&M University,
· University of Nebraska Medical Center
This webinar discusses the spread of H5N1, a bird flu virus, in dairy cows and its possible effects on humans. Experts worry about how it …
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HPAI H5N1 (Avian Influenza)
This webpage provides information on avian flu (H5N1) within the context of health emergencies. It covers symptoms, transmission, prevention, and treatment related to avian flu. …
Ethical Issues in Pediatric Emergency Mass Critical Care
2011
· University of Utah,
· Society of Critical Care Medicine,
· World Federation of Pediatric Intensive and Critical Care Societies
This article discusses the importance of mass critical care planning, particularly in relation to children's unique vulnerabilities and needs during disasters. The Task Force for …
WiFi RFID Demonstration for Resource Tracking in a Statewide Disaster Drill
2011
· University of Utah
This article investigates the use of Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology for tracking patients and medical equipment in disaster response scenarios. The study deployed RFID …
Costs Associated With Ebola Preparedness at a Freestanding Pediatric Assessment Center
This 3-page "Concise Communication" discusses the 2014-2016 West Africa Ebola outbreak and how it prompted hospitals in the United States (US) to prepare for treating …
Low Compliance of Urgent Care Centers in the United States With Recommendations for Office-Based Disaster Preparedness
2016
· Intermountain Primary Children's Hospital,
· Penn State Hershey Medical Center,
· Penn State Health Children's Hospital
The article assesses the level of disaster preparedness in urgent care centers across the United States. A questionnaire was distributed to center administrators to gather …
Disaster Preparedness, Pediatric Considerations in Primary Blast Injury, Chemical, and Biological Terrorism
2014
· University of Utah
This article reviews the presentation, pathophysiology, and treatment of victims of primary blast injury (PBI), chemical weapons, and biological weapons. It covers aspects of pediatric …
The Role of Clinic Preparedness to Support Patients and Strengthen the Medical System During and After a Pandemic
Pediatric clinic readiness is crucial for enhancing pediatric care during pandemics, alleviating strain on hospitals, and improving health outcomes for children. This readiness encompasses thorough …
Infection Prevention and Control Implications of Special Pathogens in Children
2024
· Northwestern University,
· Emory University,
· University of Nebraska Medical Center,
· Seattle Children's Hospital,
· University of Washington
Special pathogens, highly transmissible and causing severe disease, require Children's hospital healthcare personnel (HCP) to identify, isolate, and inform to prevent transmission. This article discusses …
Therapeutics Pipeline
Kids have different needs and vulnerabilities compared to adults, which makes it hard to create treatments for them. This becomes even more challenging during a …