Articles for Tag: "emergency department"

A second chance at life 
A second chance at life
A Gurnee woman thought she was having a panic attack, but her rapid decline required doctors to take life-saving measures to keep her alive.
Don’t let fireworks injuries ruin your July 4th celebrations  Featured
Don’t let fireworks injuries ruin your July 4th celebrations
With thousands injured every year, safety is crucial this holiday weekend. An ER doctor offers tips for keeping kids safe.
Are language barriers causing ER readmissions? 
Are language barriers causing ER readmissions?
A study suggests those who speak little or no English are more likely to return to the emergency department within days.
Treating behavioral health through telehealth 
Treating behavioral health through telehealth
This technology is improving access to care for those needing immediate help.
Teens doing more than texting while driving 
Teens doing more than texting while driving
Multitasking among young drivers is becoming more dangerous than ever.
Non-critically ill seniors suffer from malnutrition 
Non-critically ill seniors suffer from malnutrition
New research suggests malnutrition is a big issue among the elderly who don’t suffer from serious medical conditions.
Can a text message reduce binge drinking? 
Can a text message reduce binge drinking?
New research shows sending text messages from the ER to young adults can reduce over consumption.