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crime-us-news2 hours ago•1 min saved

Four adults charged after 16 children found in deplorable southern Ohio home

Authorities arrested four adults on second‑degree felony child endangerment charges after discovering 16 children ages 1.5 to 18 in deplorable conditions at a rural Hamden, Ohio home; several were severely injured and two were flown to level‑one trauma centers. The suspects—Gary Siders Jr. and Sr., Christina Siders, and Elizabeth Siders—are travelers not locals, and investigators say there is no trafficking connection; they await court appearances as the investigation continues.

via NBC News|

#child-endangerment #crime-us-news #four-adults

medical-research2 years ago•8 min saved

"Preventing Brain Injuries: Strategies to Avoid Neurosurgery Consultations"

A prospective multi-institutional trial validated the Brain Injury Guidelines (BIG) for traumatic brain injury patients, finding that low-risk patients classified by BIG did not require neurosurgical intervention, potentially reducing resource utilization. However, the study's data has limitations, including missing information and loss to follow-up, and lacks statistical analysis, suggesting caution in complete guideline implementation. The study highlights the need for further research and consideration of selection bias and generalizability in applying the guidelines to diverse clinical settings.

via First10EM|

#brain-injury-guidelines #emergency-medicine #medical-research