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During winter, pediatric emergency departments see a spike in respiratory diseases. Butterfly iQ+ is a great option for lung sonography in kids. POCUS helps you avoid radiation through x-rays and over prescribing antibiotics. With Butterfly, you can make an informed decision about treatment at the bedside. Learn more about Butterfly at https://lnkd.in/eZUm7bt #lungultrasound #pocus #fluseason #RSV #pediatricPOCUS

Can we start letting healthcare professionals create policy to help people? These statistics will only get worse, as more physicians leave states where they aren’t allowed to practice evidence based medicine. “The CDC’s report, published Wednesday, also noted larger increases for two of the leading causes of infant deaths — maternal complications and bacterial meningitis.” “More than 30 states saw at least slight rises in infant mortality rates in 2022, but four states had statistically significant increases — Georgia, Iowa, Missouri and Texas.” #womenhealth #infantmortality #maternalmortality #patientsafety #obgyn #doctor #healthcare https://lnkd.in/gB6h5thf

Statistics like these in the U.S. coupled with deliberate killing of children overseas with our tax dollars, when pediatricians have become a target of death threats from anti-vaxx, and it being among the lowest paid fields …has made being a pediatrician harder than ever before. I had made the error of believing that caring about children & saving child lives was a universally held belief. Unfortunately, it is not. These deaths are preventable…if only we cared enough. Typically hard work should yield results. This worsening mortality rate for American children is a direct result of policy and budget choices by our nation’s “leaders” and by all of us who vote to put such leaders in place. We are all responsible. In a country where you can vote and where you can call up your elected officials - public servants who work for you - what are *you* doing to change this?

The new JAMDA On-The-Go looks at the June issue of JAMDA, including race and ethnicity, the impact of delirium on recovery in geriatric rehabilitation after acute infection, and collaborating for smoother transitions between hospitals and nursing homes: https://bit.ly/3zBWRAN

🌟 New Resource Alert! 🌟 Are you a healthcare professional looking to expand your knowledge on pediatric respiratory care? Look no further! We are thrilled to share this invaluable document on our #Breas educational platform: "How to Initiate NIV and CPAP in Children?". Authored by the esteemed Prof. Fauroux from Paris, this comprehensive guide is an essential read for anyone involved in pediatric care. 🔹 What you'll learn: When to initiate CPAP or NIV in children Settings to use based on clinical presentation and underlying disease Clear, actionable insights for different clinical scenarios 👩⚕️👨⚕️ Whether you are a seasoned professional or new to the field, this document provides critical information to help you make informed decisions in respiratory care. And the best part? It’s completely FREE! 🎉 Dive into this resource today and enhance your expertise in pediatric respiratory management. Access it now at www.educationbybreas.com. #PediatricCare #RespiratoryTherapy #HealthcareEducation #CPAP #NIV #ClinicalGuidance #Breas #EducationByBreas #BeMore

Pediatric patients with rare diseases deserve compassionate care and innovative treatments. Decentralized clinical trials offer hope. Learn execution strategies and more in our checklist: https://lnkd.in/eygd38w5 #DCTstrategies #DecentralizedClinicalTrials #RareDiseaseTrials #RareDiseases #PediatricTrials #PediatricRareDisease

The manuscript "International Consensus Criteria for Pediatric Sepsis and Septic Shock" was presented at the 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 𝗖𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 - hosted by the Society of Critical Care Medicine - and is now published in JAMA It defines globally applicable new criteria for #pediatricsepsis and #septicshock, answering the question of how children with suspected infection at higher risk of mortality, indicative of #sepsis, should be identified. Sepsis remains a #globalhealthcrisis, with at least 47 million cases and at least 11 million deaths each year - one death every 2.8 seconds. It disproportionately affects children in poor areas - more than 40% of all cases occur in children under the age of 5. Luregn Schlapbach, the main author of the manuscript, was previously a member of the Board of the Global Sepsis Alliance and serves on the Steering Committee of the European Sepsis Alliance #globalhealthcrisis #sepsis #pediatricsepsis #septicshock https://lnkd.in/eMWTsuRb

Delighted to share a #GAAPPCoauthoredPublication that sets a new standard in pediatric asthma management. The document, endorsed by international health organizations, presents 24 comprehensive recommendations for asthma monitoring in children. This publication, developed by the PeARL Think Tank, is a crucial resource for healthcare professionals aiming to refine decision-making and care pathways. Read more about these important guidelines here: https://ow.ly/p7Z350RGu9Y #HealthcareInnovation #PediatricAsthma

28 June was International Neonatal Screening Day. Rare Voices Australia's (RVA) Chief Executive Officer, Nicole Millis, was interviewed by WIN News on the importance of newborn bloodspot screening (NBS). NBS is an important program that supports the earliest possible diagnosis of some rare diseases and enables the best immediate treatment and care. 🚼 Australian babies have been screened using #NBS since the 1960s and while there is more work to do, several promising developments have been progressed in recent times, including the Australian Government’s investment of $25 million in the 2024-25 Federal Budget to support the continued delivery of NBS expansion and consistency of conditions. For the first time in 60 years, Australia has an agreed national list of NBS conditions and there is specific #funding to achieve consistency across the country, cementing Australia as a world leader in NBS. RVA will continue working with all Australian governments to assist with NBS expansion. https://lnkd.in/gmfRn5J3

In healthcare, the imperative of early intervention in chronic diseases holds profound importance, especially for our little ones. At Access Pediatric, we lead the way in seamlessly integrating telehealth solutions with comprehensive chronic disease prevention and management programs, uniquely tailored for pediatric care. With the use of peripheral technologies, such as spirometers and digital stethoscopes, our specialists are able to treat chronic conditions like asthma, cough and allergies. Access Pediatric ensures that each child receives care as exceptional as they are, supported by tools that enable parents and specialists to track and monitor condition management through our EHR provided by Healthie. We recognize that addressing chronic diseases transcends mere medical treatment—it necessitates a dedicated partnership between specialists, children, and their families. At Access Pediatric not only are we unwaveringly committed to delivering accessible, high-quality care, but also on a mission that enables doctors to provide care without having to worry about non-healthcare related burdens. 🤝 Join us in reshaping the landscape of pediatric healthcare. Let's collaborate to build a healthier, happier tomorrow for children. #pediatriccare #telehealth #chronicdiseasemanagement #digitalhealthcare #preventivecare