Seattle Children's
This page includes a searchable index of all resources created by Seattle Children’s Hospital and University of Washington. If you would like to add a resource to this index, please contact us.
Legal Issues Affecting Children With Preexisting Conditions During Public Health Emergencies
2013
· Johns Hopkins University
This article describes the legal challenges faced by children with preexisting health conditions during public health emergencies. It highlights issues like disrupted treatments and separation …
Ask aRCie
Health Care Workers' Ability and Willingness to Report to Work During Public Health Emergencies
This article presents the findings of a county-wide survey conducted among 9211 health care workers in Washington state. The study aimed to evaluate the readiness …
The Use of Haddon’s Matrix to Plan for Injury and Illness Prevention at Outdoor Music Festivals
2015
· Johns Hopkins University,
· Flinders University
This article describes how Haddon's Matrix is used to prevent injuries and illnesses at outdoor music festivals. It explains that these events can lead to …
Pediatric Disposition Classification (Reverse Triage) System to Create Surge Capacity
This article describes a system called Pediatric Disposition Classification, or reverse triage, to help hospitals manage more patients during emergencies. It focuses on safely discharging …
Pediatric Disaster Triage Education and Skills Assessment: A Coalition Approach
2014
· University of Washington,
· Public Health - Seattle & King County,
· Harborview Medical Center,
· Seattle Children's Hospital
This study, conducted in King County, Washington, aimed to improve pediatric disaster preparedness through workshops and surveys. The regional coalition organized a successful educational conference …
Pediatric Triage and Allocation of Critical Care Resources During Disaster: Northwest Provider Opinion
This article describes a study on how healthcare providers in the Northwest region of the United States feel about pediatric triage and critical care during …
Enhancing National Capacity to Conduct Child and Family Disaster Mental Health Research
2010
· University of Oklahoma,
· University of California, Los Angeles,
· Duke University,
· University of Washington
The article discusses the risk of regional disasters, particularly earthquakes, in Seattle-King County, Washington. With a significant pediatric population, the study evaluates the distribution of …
Geographical Maldistribution of Pediatric Medical Resources in Seattle-King County
This article discusses the risk of regional disasters, particularly earthquakes, in Seattle-King County, Washington, focusing on pediatric medical response capabilities. The study evaluates the distribution …
Extreme Weather-Driven Disasters and Children’s Health
This article discusses the impact of extreme weather-driven disasters on children’s health. It highlights how events like hurricanes, floods, and wildfires can have severe consequences …
Pediatric Emergency Department Responses to COVID-19: Transitioning from Surge Preparation to Regional Support
This study examined the response stages within two children's hospitals on the West Coast of the United States during the COVID-19 pandemic. These hospitals adjusted …