February 10, 2012: Most Teens Who Self-Harm Are Not Evaluated for Mental Health in ER
Researchers say suicide risk is highest soon after such an incident

February 10, 2012: Study Weighs Pros, Cons of Home or Hospital Birth
More seizures, lower Apgar scores found in home

February 09, 2012: More People Need Training in Lifesaving Epinephrine Use, Advocates Say
Parents, educators, caregivers, friends can respond to severe food allergies

February 03, 2012: Many Stroke Victims Still Don't Get Treated Fast Enough: Study
Researchers found response times haven't improved since 2005

February 02, 2012: Married Men Seek Help for Stroke Sooner Than Their Wives
Men called 911 in less than a half hour, while women waited well over an hour, study finds

February 01, 2012: Many Hispanics Don't Call an Ambulance For Stroke: Study
That may be one reason why they tend to do worse afterward than whites, researchers say

January 23, 2012: Certain Seniors at Risk for Infection After ER Visit: Study
Going to hospital may spur respiratory, gastro illnesses in long-term care residents

January 16, 2012: 'Bath-Salts' Injection Leads to Flesh-Eating Disease
Patient underwent amputation, mastectomy, skin grafts after use at party

January 16, 2012: Children's Drowning Injuries, Deaths Decline: Study
Youngest children at risk in bathtubs, older boys at most risk from swimming

December 23, 2011: Keeping Kids Warm, Dry and Safe in Cold Weather
Expert offers tips to prevent frostbite, exposure this winter

December 15, 2011: Toy Safety Tips Help Protect Kids
Experts offer precautions for parents and gift-givers alike

November 23, 2011: Newer Blood Thinner May Pose Danger to Trauma Patients
Pradaxa has caused severe bleeding problems that can't be reversed, trauma surgeon says

November 16, 2011: Older ER Patients Less Likely to Get Pain Meds, Data Shows
Researchers say doctors may fear side-effects in the elderly

November 10, 2011: Drugs Slipped Into Drinks Sending Many to ER: Report
Majority of victims are women, but nearly 40 percent are male, researchers note.

November 04, 2011: Earthquakes Put Millions of Lives, Major Cities at Risk
One of three victims will die from their injuries in massive temblors, researchers estimate

November 03, 2011: More People Landing in the ER After Abusing Muscle Relaxant: Report
Carisoprodol, when misused or taken with other meds, can have dangerous sedative effects

October 24, 2011: Illegal Silicone Buttock Injections Can Be Deadly: Experts
At least one woman died and others came close after illicit procedures from non-physicians

October 17, 2011: Many Don't Believe Their Obesity is Unhealthy: Study
Research involving ER patients finds poor communication with doctors a big factor

October 14, 2011: More Children Visiting ERs for Psychiatric Care
Lack of mental health resources might drive the increase, study says

October 09, 2011: Number of U.S. Kids Injured on Halloween Is Scary
Children at 4 times the risk of being hit by a car on Oct. 31 than any other night, experts warn

October 07, 2011: ER Crowding May Encourage Poor Hand Hygiene
Gloves are no substitute for infection-preventing hand-washing practices, researchers say

October 05, 2011: More Americans Face Longers Trips to ER
Closures affect disproportionate numbers of minorities, the poor, uninsured, study says

September 19, 2011: Hospitals Serving More Minorities Have Higher Trauma Death Rate
New study suggests insurance, funding issues may be the culprit

September 16, 2011: Accidental Medication Poisonings in Kids on the Rise
Greater availability, easier access to drugs in home may be to blame, researchers suggest

September 15, 2011: Heavy Drinking Ups Odds of Death in House Fire
Roughly 60% of fire victims were intoxicated, Australian study finds

August 30, 2011: Temporary ER Staff Linked to More Medication Errors
Problems may stem from unfamiliarity with procedures, quality issues at hospital in general

August 29, 2011: Many Use ER for Routine Follow-Up Care After Hospital Discharge
Uninsured, publicly insured most likely to misuse emergency department for minor issues, study says

August 29, 2011: Use Caution in Ending Life Support for Brain-Injured, Experts Say
Study found that the rate of these crucial decisions varied between hospitals

August 26, 2011: Dialysis Patients Unprepared for Disasters, Study Contends
Many don't know the location of an alternative dialysis center, researchers say

August 22, 2011: Most Heart Attack Patients Who Need Angioplasty Quickly Get It: Study
Coordinated efforts by hospital staff across the United States led to the improvement, report says

August 17, 2011: Sprained Ankles Straining ER Resources, Study Finds
Researchers argue for other approaches to treatment, such as emergency doctor visits

August 15, 2011: New Strategy Trains <i>All</i> Soldiers in Trauma Care
The goal: Saving more lives on the battlefield

August 12, 2011: Disabilities From 9/11 Behind Rising Retirements for NYC Firefighters
Researchers say attacks, aftermath have had 'enormous impact' on responders' health

July 28, 2011: Heat-Linked Illnesses Strike Thousands Each Year: Report
CDC researchers say these conditions are largely preventable

July 21, 2011: Elderly at Greater Risk for Heat Stroke, Experts Warn
Older people don't adapt to high temperatures as well and need to take steps to keep cool

July 14, 2011: Skin Lesions Often Misdiagnosed as Spider Bites
Patients getting unnecessary antivenom because of misinformation, experts say

July 11, 2011: Coordinated Cooling Effort After Cardiac Arrest Can Improve Outcomes
Study found new system reduced neurological damage among patients

July 08, 2011: Windows Pose Safety Risk for Young Children, Experts Warn
Simple tips can help parents, caregivers prevent potentially fatal falls

June 30, 2011: July 4 Weekend Dangerous for Underage Boys Who Drink: Report
ER visits double for young males when alcohol is involved, researchers say

June 22, 2011: Health Tip: Create a First Aid Kit
Here's what to include

June 20, 2011: Faster Transition From CPR to Defibrillator May Save Lives
A CPR pause of 20 seconds or more before electric shock to heart cuts chance of survival, study finds

June 18, 2011: Adults Reminded to Keep Kids Away From Lawn Mowers
Accidents can be devastating for children, but they are also preventable, expert says

June 17, 2011: Kids With Minor Head Injury May Not Need Hospitalization
OK to discharge most children with normal CT scan after minor blunt trauma, study suggests

June 13, 2011: Heart Attack Victims Face Greater Risk of Dying When Ambulances Are Diverted
Medicare patients turned away from nearest hospital more likely to die, study finds

June 11, 2011: Insect Stings Hold Deadly Risk for Some
New guidelines issued to help diagnose, treat those with insect allergies

June 10, 2011: ER Docs Frustrated, Burned Out by Repeat Patients: Survey
Use of ER for routine, non-emergency care is a national problem, researchers find

June 03, 2011: Emergency Care May Be Key to Hospital Readmissions
Recent inpatients are twice as likely to be admitted again, study finds

June 01, 2011: ERs Frequented by Kids With Behavioral Problems: Report
Repeated visits often for non-emergency psychiatric problems, researchers find

May 26, 2011: Experts Say Stroke Care Differs for U.S. Minorities
Variations span from less awareness of symptoms to slower delivery of treatment, report finds

May 16, 2011: Don't Delay Emergency Care When Asthma Flare-Ups Strike
Study found waiting led to worse outcomes, including hospitalization