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Imported Malaria

Pediatric EM Morsels

This allowed US hospitals to stock the drug to ensure quick treatment of suspected severe cases, rather than having to ship it from the CDC under the prior expanded-access protocol (Thomas 2023). falciparum parasitemia , and no other defined cause of AMS (WHO 2023). falciparum parasitemia , and no other defined cause of AMS (WHO 2023).

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The 73rd Bubble Wrap

Don't Forget the Bubbles

Our team have scoured what’s new (well, mostly new!) Article 1: Does rapid diagnostic testing for Malaria work? A Diagnostic Accuracy Study to Evaluate Standard Rapid Diagnostic Test (RDT) Alone to Safely Rule Out Imported Malaria in Children Presenting to UK Emergency Departments.

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Cholera: ED presentation, evaluation, and management

EMDocs

16 In resource-constrained settings, rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs) on stool samples offer a viable option. Published online August 7, 2023. 33 In areas without potable tap water or reliable sources of safe water, bottled water should be used for drinking, as well as brushing teeth and washing/preparing food.