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Single-Payer Health System Bill Moves Forward in California
Not yet clear where money for the single-payer system would come from
Children With Suspected Child Abuse Present to Hospital Late
Most arrive by nonambulance means, few at designated pediatric-capable major trauma center
Checklist for Family-Centered Rounds Deemed Beneficial
Implementing checklist improves delivery of FCRs, impacting quality and safety of care
AAP Stresses Medical Home Best for Acute Health Concerns
Treatment of children in acute care entities should adhere to continuity of care and communication
Primary Care Pediatrician Vital for Cleft Lip/Palate Care
Role of pediatrician includes diagnosis and referral, ongoing care, acting as liaison to specialist team
AAN: SUDEP Incidence 1 in 4,500 Children, 1 in 1,000 Adults/Year
Major risk factor for sudden unexpected death in epilepsy is generalized tonic-clonic seizures
Model Predicts Which Pediatric ER Patients Likely to Be Admitted
Data available in the first 30 minutes of the visit can be used to make accurate predictions
Doctors Encouraged to Assess Driving Risks for T1DM Patients
Researchers say new checklist can help determine when hypoglycemia should keep patients off the road
More Risks on School Playgrounds Linked to Happier Children
Greater opportunities for risk, challenge associated with fewer reports of bullying to adults
More Wrong-Patient Orders in NICU Versus Non-NICU Ped Units
Reduction in frequency of errors with ID reentry intervention and combined ID, distinct naming
