RSNA: Sleep Deprivation Appears to Affect Heart Function
Small study finds lack of sleep affects blood pressure, heart rate in healthy volunteers
November 2016 Briefing – Emergency Medicine
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Emergency Medicine for November 2016. This roundup includes the...
CDC: Fewer U.S. Families Struggling to Pay Medical Bills
More Americans are experiencing relief with medical bills, but gaps remain
NIAAA Two-Question Alcohol Screen Valid in Pediatric ERs
Classification of moderate, high risk on screen had best specificity, sensitivity for diagnosing AUD
Clinical Practice Guideline on UTI in Febrile Young Reaffirmed
2011 CPG on urinary tract infection in infants and young children reaffirmed after review of literature
RSNA: Children Can Sustain Major Chest Injuries From ATV Crashes
Main cause of chest injury was rollover, followed by collision with landscape, falls
In Acetaminophen-Induced Acute Liver Failure, FABP1 IDs Mortality
Serum liver-type fatty acid binding protein can discriminate survivors from non-survivors
Recommended Tx Adherence Low in Pediatric Acute Seizure
Lack of adherence to recommended care linked to increased risks of intubation and ICU admission
Older Fallers Have Often Been Administered High-Risk Drugs
High-risk medication frequently administered at doses higher than recommended
Survey IDs Factors Influencing Physician Recruitment
In addition to compensation, factors include opportunities for improved life-work balance
