Trauma
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Exploding e-cigarettes cause traumatic injuries in teens
Nationwide, there were 195 reported explosions and fires involving e-cigarettes in all ages between 2009 and 2016, according to a FEMA report.
From the Journals
Traumatic brain injury linked to ‘striking’ risk for CVD, diabetes, brain disorders
Mild and moderate-to-severe TBI is linked to an increased risk for hypertension, stroke, diabetes, as well as neurological and psychiatric...
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Firearm counseling in the ED could be lifesaving for teens
“We know that counseling is really helpful for these families, because when they come to the emergency department with a concern, they can have a...
From the Journals
Geriatric guideline implementation remains unrealistic in most EDs
“When ED resources are insufficient to support best practices, the care should focus on educating patients and caregivers about the significance...
From the Journals
Motor function restored in three men after complete paralysis from spinal cord injury
A system developed specifically for spinal cord injuries enabled three men with complete paralysis to stand, walk, cycle, swim, and move their...
Conference Coverage
‘Baby-wearing’ poses serious injury risks for infants, ED data show
More than 14,000 children presented to emergency departments with injuries related to baby-wearing in the past decade, researchers estimate.
Conference Coverage
Pediatricians can effectively promote gun safety
In addition to the link between firearms in the home and domestic violence, they are also linked to a three- to fourfold...
Feature
Med student’s skills put to the test saving life of accident victim
“It’s things like this that make the endless hours of studying worth it. I feel like I accomplished something.”
News from the FDA/CDC
U.S. suicide rate in 2019 took first downturn in 14 years
As the response to the COVID-19 pandemic continues, the investigators pointed out, "prevention is more important than ever."
News from the FDA/CDC
Child abuse visits to EDs declined in 2020, but not admissions
Proportion of visits related to child abuse and neglect that resulted in hospitalizations increased from 2019 to 2020.
News
Consensus document reviews determination of brain death
The recommendations are the minimum criteria for the determination of brain death or death by neurologic criteria.