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Investing in pediatric emergency care could save more than 2,100 children's lives annually, study finds

High pediatric readiness in emergency departments could reduce pediatric mortality by 25%, with modest associated …

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Improving emergency care for children increases life expectancy and is cost-effective, study finds

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: Emily Lemiskacommunications@emscimprovement.centerIn health emergencies, children have specific needs and require specialized care. …

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New study highlights Pediatric Readiness mortality impact over time

A new study published this week in JAMA Network Open emphasizes the mortality impact of …

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Updated Interfacility Transfer Guide released

Did you know that 85% of neonatal and pediatric patients present to general EDs rather …

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Taking steps to save children’s lives in emergency departments costs little for hospitals, study finds

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: Emily Lemiskacommunications@emscimprovement.center(AUSTIN, Texas) A new study has found that following national guidelines …

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Identifying and Addressing Disparities in Pediatric Emergency Care: A Research Priority Agenda

JAMA Network Open recently published an article with a list of research priorities specific to …

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Improving survival through pediatric readiness at trauma centers

New research presented at the American College of Surgeons (ACS) Clinical Congress 2023 shows children …

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AAP, ACEP, and ENA Publish Joint Policy Statement on Pediatric Mental and Behavioral Health Emergencies

This month, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP), …

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State spotlight: Creating Connection through Resources

This month, we sat down with Colorado EMSC Program Manager Nicolena Mitchell, EMTP, and talked …

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National assessment highlights impact of COVID-19 on pediatric capabilities of emergency departments – with implications for survival

Media Contact: Emily Lemiska860-748-1349communications@emscimprovement.centerEmergency departments (EDs) have made progress but do not fully meet national …