A study published in the journal Pediatrics found that parents who received text messages were more likely to obtain the second dose of the influenza vaccine for their children than those who received written reminders. According to research published in NPR’s “Shots,” kids eight years old and younger need two doses of the flu vaccine to […]
Some Rest Better Than Extended Rest For Concussion
A randomized trial published in the journal of Pediatrics found that a few days of rest, followed by a slow return to activities is better for those suffering from a concussion than extended periods of rest and inactivity. Experts believed more rest would lead to better results, but they found that those who returned to […]
1 in 5 Hospitals Failing Preventable Infection Standard
An algorithm aimed at determining which hospitals have the highest rates of preventable conditions found that 21 percent of hospitals failed to meet the standard. Data provided by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services revealed that 724 of the 3,398 eligible hospitals will receive a one percent penalty for their failure to prevent preventable conditions. […]
Knee Surgery Could Increase Arthritis Risk
A new study claims that undergoing surgery to repair a meniscal tear in the knee could increase a person’s risk of developing arthritis. The findings, presented at the Radiological Society of North America’s annual meeting, say that meniscus surgery could contribute to cartilage loss and an elevated risk of developing osteoarthritis in the knee. For […]
Scooters Leading Cause For Child Holiday Injuries
Although they may not be able to ride them until the spring, the Consumer Product Safety Commission suggests parents should refrain from purchasing scooters for their children this holiday season, as they are the toy that produces the most hospital visits each year. According to a report published in Clinical Pediatrics, kick scooters popularized by […]
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