Black children face more severe asthma but are less frequently transported by EMS, with disparities linked to social health factors, according to a study by University of Pittsburgh and UPMC researchers.
Harm reduction is an evidence-based, often life-saving approach that directly engages people who use drugs to prevent overdose, disease transmission and other harms.
When the novel coronavirus pandemic hit in March of 2020, large medical facilities reinvented the way they deliver critical care training, and ushered in new tools to the frontlines against COVID-19.
Capnography is an essential monitoring technique in for cardiac patients requiring resuscitation and respiratory support. Here are four things to remember when monitoring EtCO2 in prehospital settings.
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Zoll Medical Corp has received FDA 510(k) clearance to release the TBI Dashboard feature on its Propaq M monitor and Propaq MD monitor/defibrillator in the United States.
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Inovytec has been recognized by the 2021 Smart 50 Awards for the implementation of Sali, a clinically proven, smart critical aid system that enables bystanders to provide treatment to people experiencing a medical emergency.
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The FDA approved an 8mg dose naloxone hydrochloride nasal spray to treat opioid overdose, an increase from the previous 2 mg and 4 mg approved products.
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The CDC reports risk of COVID-19 infection following the second dose of Moderna or Pfizer’s vaccine was reduced by 90% two or more weeks after vaccination.
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Patients who received care from a mobile stroke unit were less likely to have disability three months after their stroke than those transported by a standard ambulance.
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For every 10-minute delay between arrival at the ER and the start of stroke treatment, patients with severe strokes may lose eight weeks of healthy life.
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The interhospital transport of infants with persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn (PPHN) being administered inhaled nitric oxide therapy requires specialized, intensive care.
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Transport respiratory therapists need to be equipped with all the knowledge and clinical skills that traditional RTs have, plus the ability to handle care in difficult environments—including emergencies with the risk of COVID-19 infection.
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The Philips Tempus ALS combines a remote portable vital signs patient monitor (Tempus Pro), and remote professional defibrillator (Tempus LS-Manual).
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Nonin Medical’s CO-Pilot is a handheld device with wireless capabilities that helps EMS, firefighters and military personnel measure patient parameters following cardiac arrest, traumatic injury, carbon monoxide or smoke inhalation.
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The FDA has granted premarket approval for the Philips HeartStart FR3 and HeartStart FRx automated external defibrillators, and their supporting accessories, including batteries and pads.
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