Pediatric Readiness

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PECCs in EMS Agencies: Measuring the Influence, Magnifying the Impact

EMSC is currently investing in five projects, known as Targeted Issues (TI) grants, which will …

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First learning module kicks off PECC series

The presence of pediatric emergency care coordinators (PECCs) in EDs is tied to double-digit increases …

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Bill introduced to reauthorize EMSC

As a federally funded program, EMSC must be reauthorized by Congress every five years. In …

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Pediatric Readiness Reduces Disparities in Care

A new study demonstrates that pediatric readiness in emergency departments (EDs) reduces, though does not …

Building PECC Capacity through Community

Building PECC Capacity through Community

On Aug. 18, prehospital pediatric emergency care coordinators (PECCs) gathered for the second state-based PECC …

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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 …

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Uniting to Thank and Support EMS Clinicians

On EMS for Children (EMSC) Day, May 24, as part of National EMS Week, EMSC …

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Three Ways to Improve your EMS Agency’s Pediatric Readiness

“Because prehospital emergency care of children plays a critical role in the continuum of health …

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Last Chance to Register for the Pediatric Readiness QI Collaborative

Registration closes June 6 for the Pediatric Readiness Quality Improvement Collaborative (PRQC). The collaborative will …

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Tackling the challenges of treating pediatric mental health in emergency settings

Youth in America over the last decade have experienced mental and behavioral health issues at …