PURPOSE
To elucidate key elements surrounding acceptability/feasibility, language, and structure of a text message-based preventive intervention for high-risk adolescent females.
METHODS
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PURPOSE
The state-level legalization of medical marijuana has raised concerns about increased accessibility and appeal of the drug to youth. The objective of this study was to assess the impact of… (More)
Twitter is a tool for physicians to increase engagement of learners and the public, share scientific information, crowdsource new ideas, conduct, discuss and challenge emerging research, pursue… (More)
Academic emergency medicine : official journal of…
2012
OBJECTIVES
This systematic review evaluated the evidence for use of computer technologies to assess and reduce high-risk health behaviors in emergency department (ED) patients.
METHODS
A systematic… (More)
INTRODUCTION
Previous literature has shown gender disparities in the care of acute ischemic stroke. Compared to men, women wait longer for brain imaging and are less likely to receive intravenous… (More)
BACKGROUND
Addressing violence along with drug use change goals is critical for women with coexisting intimate partner violence (IPV) and substance use disorders (SUDs).
METHODS
This was an… (More)
PURPOSE
Women in the emergency department are less likely to receive early goal directed therapy, but gender differences in the Surviving Sepsis Campaign (SSC) bundle completion have not been studied… (More)
STUDY OBJECTIVE
To assess emergency department (ED) patients' preferences for technology-based behavioral interventions, and the demographic factors associated with these preferences.
METHODS
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Academic emergency medicine : official journal of…
2013
The influence of sex and gender on patient care is just being recognized in emergency medicine (EM). Providers are realizing the need to improve outcomes for both men and women by incorporating sex-… (More)
BACKGROUND
Prior research suggests that the ratio of the ultrasound-measured diameter of the inferior vena cava to the aorta correlates with the level of dehydration in children. This study was… (More)