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health22 days ago•1 min saved

Measles exposure reported at Cincinnati Children’s ER prompts public health notice

Two out-of-state visitors diagnosed with measles were contagious while at Cincinnati Children’s Emergency Department. Cincinnati Health Department says there are no active measles cases in Cincinnati. Exposed individuals are being contacted; those with symptoms should call their medical provider before seeking care. Potential exposure windows: Sept. 14, 5:40–7:48 p.m. and 11:15 p.m. Sept. 14–1:15 a.m. Sept. 15. Symptoms usually appear 5–10 days after exposure (up to 21 days).

via WLWT|

#cincinnati #emergency-department #exposure

health1 month ago•3 min saved

Virginia Doctor Finds Bat in Mouth, Urges Quick Rabies Testing and Reporting

A Richmond gastroenterologist woke to a bat in her mouth, trapped it for rabies testing, and consulted medical professionals about whether she needed a rabies vaccine. ER doctors advised treating any bat exposure as a potential rabies risk and to contact local health authorities for guidance, noting testing can take about 48 hours. The bat later tested negative, but experts stress prompt action after exposure due to rabies' serious, often fatal risk. Bats are common worldwide, with many species in the U.S.

via KCRA|

#bat #emergency-department #health

health1 month ago•3 min saved

Richmond doctor’s bat-in-mouth scare underscores need for quick rabies testing

A Richmond gastroenterologist woke to a bat attempting to enter her mouth, trapped the bat for rabies testing, and sought medical care; the bat tested negative, but health officials advise prompt testing after any suspected exposure due to rabies’ fatal risk and variable incubation.

via WLWT|

#bat #emergency-department #exposure

health1 month ago•3 min saved

Virginia doctor wakes to bat in mouth, urges rabies testing after near-miss

A Richmond gastroenterologist awoke to a bat attempting to enter her mouth, trapped it for rabies testing, and sought urgent care; the bat later tested negative. Health officials emphasize that any potential rabies exposure should be treated promptly, as rabies is fatal and testing can take about 48 hours. Guidance is to trap the animal and contact local health authorities for next steps, with vaccination decisions based on the exposure details.

via WESH|

#bat #emergency-department #exposure

health1 month ago•2 min saved

ER Wait Times Grow as Americans Spend Over 2.5 Hours in Emergency Departments

CMS data show the national median ER visit length was 162 minutes in the year ending Sept. 30, 2025, with Washington, D.C. at 303 minutes and North Dakota at 110. About 2% of patients leave before being seen, and 24 states plus D.C. posted longer wait times than the prior year, signaling ongoing overcrowding and potential delays in care. With upcoming Medicaid eligibility and cost changes, access to care could tighten and push more people to the ED, raising costs; meanwhile, AI tools are being explored to reduce waits, though data quality and ethics remain concerns.

via Axios|

#cms-data #emergency-department #er-wait-times

health2 months ago•2 min saved

CDC study links rising ER visits to cannabis hyperemesis syndrome in heavy marijuana users

A CDC analysis of emergency-department data from about 7,500 facilities finds diagnoses of cannabis hyperemesis syndrome rose 16% from October to May after a dedicated diagnosis code was introduced, with nearly 200,000 syndrome-related ER visits since January 2023. The surge is largest among people aged 15–24, teenage girls and women, and among Black Americans and American Indian/Alaska Native groups, suggesting underdiagnosis in the past and highlighting the need for greater awareness and further research into high-potency THC and hemp-derived products’ impact on younger users.

via WIBW|

#cannabis-hyperemesis-syndrome #cdc #emergency-department

health2 months ago•2 min saved

CDC study links surge in hospital visits to cannabis hyperemesis syndrome with new coding

A CDC study finds a 16% rise in emergency department visits for cannabis hyperemesis syndrome after a dedicated diagnosis code was introduced, with nearly 200,000 visits from Jan 2023 through summer 2025. Increases were largest among 15–24-year-olds, teen girls and women, and among Black Americans and American Indian/Alaska Native groups, highlighting prior underdiagnosis and the need for more research on high-potency cannabis products and usage patterns.

via Action News 5|

#cannabis #cannabis-hyperemesis-syndrome #cdc

health3 months ago•20 min saved

Heavy cannabis use linked to a cycle of vomiting that's often misdiagnosed

Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS) is a cannabis-related condition in frequent users that causes recurrent abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting and is often misdiagnosed because tests are usually normal; diagnosis is clinical and management centers on stopping cannabis, IV fluids, and antiemetics, with some patients finding relief from hot showers or capsaicin cream, reflecting rising clinician awareness as ER visits for CHS increase.

via The Washington Post|

#cannabinoid-hyperemesis-syndrome #cannabis-use #emergency-department

health3 months ago•3 min saved

Study maps non-opioid options for emergency-room pain relief

A UCSF-led review identifies non-opioid meds—ranging from acetaminophen and NSAIDs to ketamine, SNRIs, and certain antipsychotics—as potential alternatives for common emergency department pain conditions, emphasizing tailored regimens and noting that opioids still have a role in pain treatment.

via The Guardian|

#antidepressants #antipsychotics #emergency-department

health4 months ago•3 min saved

Record ER Visits Rise as Tick Bites Surge Across the U.S.

Warmer weather is boosting tick activity and driving a surge in emergency department visits for tick bites, especially in the Northeast and Midwest, according to the CDC. Lyme disease remains common in the U.S., with about 476,000 cases annually, but not all ticks carry the bacteria. Transmission can take as long as 24–36 hours for Lyme, while other tick-borne diseases may transmit more quickly—sometimes in minutes. The piece also notes which tick species spread Lyme and provides practical prevention tips, including checking clothes, showering after outdoor activity, and performing full-body checks for ticks.

via USA Today|

#cdc #climate-change #emergency-department

health5 months ago•2 min saved

Family Sues Schneider Hospital Clinicians Over Alleged Care Shortfalls in Pneumonia Death

A civil lawsuit filed in the territory’s Superior Court accuses Schneider Regional Medical Center doctors Thomas Launch, Immett Habtes, and Michael Fisher, along with multiple unnamed nurses, of medical malpractice after Jahnai Niles died in October 2024 following a pneumonia admission. The complaint alleges delayed diagnostics and procedures, lack of a protective airway/aspiration plan, inadequate escalation to cardiology, risky sedative use, and a delayed staff response when he tried to stand; autopsy reportedly found severe cardiomyopathy. The suit seeks damages for pain and suffering, loss of future earnings, medical and funeral expenses, and the mother’s suffering, with defendants yet to respond.

via The Virgin Islands Consortium|

#emergency-department #health #hospital-care

entertainment5 months ago•10 min saved

A Doctor Rates The Pitt's Medical Realism

Dr. Mary Siki, a surgical resident, says HBO Max’s The Pitt largely mirrors real hospital life—ED chaos, rapid decision-making, and the emotional toll on clinicians—while noting that some events are compressed into single shifts and that medical students have less independence than shown; she also praises the show’s portrayal of resource constraints and overall commitment to realism.

via SlashFilm|

#emergency-department #entertainment #hbo-max

health7 months ago•6 min saved

Ventilation not enough: SARS-CoV-2 RNA detected in hospital air during outbreaks

A Sydney hospital study found SARS-CoV-2 RNA in 39% of aerosol air samples during two COVID-19 waves, with higher positivity in the emergency department than the ICU. Positive samples appeared in hotspots such as the ED waiting room and acute-care area, and four positives were detected before the hospital officially declared an outbreak, suggesting aerosol sampling could help with early outbreak detection. Surface contamination was low. The findings indicate that good ventilation alone may not fully prevent airborne transmission during high community activity, underscoring the value of HEPA filtration, respirators, portable purifiers, and enhanced ventilation in high-traffic areas like EDs.

via CIDRAP|

#aerosol #emergency-department #health

health1 year ago•3 min saved

Children in Mental Health Crisis Often Stuck in ERs for Days

A study reveals that about 10% of pediatric mental health emergency visits result in children being stuck in ERs for three or more days, with some states experiencing up to 25% of visits leading to prolonged boarding, highlighting a nationwide crisis in mental health care capacity for children.

via NPR|

#boarding #children #emergency-department

health1 year ago•5 min saved

Psychedelics Linked to Increased Schizophrenia Risk

A study from Ontario, Canada, reveals that individuals with hallucinogen-related emergency department visits have a 21-fold increased risk of developing schizophrenia compared to the general population, even after adjusting for other mental health disorders and substance use. The study, published in JAMA Psychiatry, highlights an 86% rise in such ED visits from 2013 to 2021, reflecting the growing popularity of psychedelics. While the findings do not establish causation, they emphasize the potential risks of hallucinogen use, particularly for those predisposed to psychosis, and call for cautious use outside controlled therapeutic settings.

via Neuroscience News|

#emergency-department #health #mental-health