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Evaluation of ESSENCE Syndromic Definitions for ED Visits Related to Falls in Icy Weather
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Icy weather events increase the risk for injury from falls on untreated or inadequately treated surfaces. These events often result in ED visits, which represents a significant public health and economic impact1. The goal of this project was to… read more… treated surfaces. These events often result in ED visits, which represents a significant public health and … complaint, would be more effective at identifying ED visits resulting from fall-related injuries. Objective : … -
A proposed SyS Case Definition for Opioid Overdose Related ED visits- an evaluation in three regions
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Opioid ODs have been rising globally and nationally. The death rate from ODs in the United States has increased 137% since 2000, including a 200% increase of OD deaths involving opioids1. The pilot project, a collaboration across 3 states, allowed… read more… SyS Case Definition for Opioid Overdose Related ED visits- an evaluation in three regions … -
Use of Near-Real–Time Data to Inform Underage Drinking Surveillance in Nebraska
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Underage drinking is a significant public health problem in the United States as well as in Nebraska1-2. Alcohol consumption among underage youth accounts for approximately 5,000 deaths each year in the United States, including motor vehicle crash… read more… monitoring of alcohol-related emergency department (ED) visits in near-real–time syndromic surveillance (SyS) data. … monitoring of alcohol-related emergency department (ED) visits in near-real–time syndromic surveillance (SyS) data. … -
Syndromic Surveillance of Motor Vehicle Crash Related Injuries In Nebraska
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Motor vehicle crashes (MVC) are a significant public health problem in Nebraska. These events cost Nebraska $1.6 billion a year, are the leading cause of injury death, and the fourth leading cause of injury hospital treatment in the state. Speeding… read more… monitors the frequency of these events so stakeholders may ascertain the MVC related causes and impact on the … monitors the frequency of these events so stakeholders may ascertain the MVC related causes and impact on the …