More than 230 patients died on trolleys in University Hospital Limerick over five-year periodHigh number of deaths on ED trolleys highlight the urgent need for improvements in healthcare system.
The Hidden Health Costs of Climate ChangeClimate change-related disasters have led to almost four million deaths since 2000 worldwide.A recent study in the U.S. shows mortality rates up to 3.8 times higher in communities hit hard by climate-linked disasters.
More than 230 patients died on trolleys in University Hospital Limerick over five-year periodHigh number of deaths on ED trolleys highlight the urgent need for improvements in healthcare system.
The Hidden Health Costs of Climate ChangeClimate change-related disasters have led to almost four million deaths since 2000 worldwide.A recent study in the U.S. shows mortality rates up to 3.8 times higher in communities hit hard by climate-linked disasters.
Study Examines Delayed Pediatric Diagnoses in Emergency Departments - News CenterEmergency departments with fewer pediatric patients tend to give delayed diagnoses for serious conditions.More pediatric resources are needed in EDs with fewer pediatric patients.
Ontario hospitals warn of patient surges, long wait times | CBC NewsOntario hospitals are experiencing patient surges and longer wait times, particularly in their emergency departments.A lack of access to primary care is a major factor in overflowing emergency departments across Canada.
1 in 5 Ontario ER patients needed a family doctor, not urgent care, auditor says | CBC NewsOne in five patients who visited Ontario's emergency departments did so because they did not have a family doctor.Ontario lacks a provincewide strategy to prevent temporary emergency department closures and address staffing shortages.