Articles Tagged With: socioeconomic
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Climate Change Could Be Newest Social Determinant of Health
Extreme heat events cause tens of thousands of hospitalizations and ED visits each year. Heat is particularly dangerous for older adults and patients with heart and lung illnesses. Case managers and hospitals can help prevent heat exhaustion by educating at-risk clients about how to stay cool and recognize symptoms.
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Beyond Healthcare Workers, COVID-19 Immunization is Ethically Complex
There is optimism about the coming availability of SARS-CoV-2 vaccines. However, supplies are likely to be limited, at least initially. Thus, various groups have suggested prioritization schemes to allocate limited vaccine supplies.