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EMplify Podcast

Conversation – Dr. Lorna Breen Legislation

April 27, 2022
Sam Ashoo, MD

The first episode of Conversation, an EMplify podcast series. Episodes are shorter, more conversational, and cover…

Rapid Reference

Lyme Disease

April 26, 2022
Sam Ashoo, MD

Lyme disease is caused by Borrelia spirochete species. In North America, Borrelia burgdorferi is the primary pathogen. In Europe…

Brain Teaser

Test Your Knowledge: Lead Poisoning in Children

April 22, 2022
EB Medicine

 Millions of children continue to be at risk for lead exposure despite a dramatic decline over…

Brain Teaser

Test Your Knowledge: Adults With Infectious Meningitis and Encephalitis 

April 22, 2022
EB Medicine

Infectious meningitis and encephalitis are often life-threatening illnesses, though prompt workup and targeted treatment can greatly…

Rapid Reference

Bronchiolitis

April 19, 2022
Sam Ashoo, MD

Bronchiolitis is the most common lower respiratory tract infection in infants and young children aged <…

Rapid Reference

Rabies

April 11, 2022
Sam Ashoo, MD

Why do we care? Rabies is one of the world’s deadliest infections. The fatality rate is…

Clinical Cases

Inhalation Injury

April 10, 2022
Sam Ashoo, MD

Hx: A male in his 20’s is working when he mixes lime away and bleach in a…

Rapid Reference

Lead Poisoning

April 6, 2022
Sam Ashoo, MD

Why do we care? The April, 2022 Peds EMP Article is on the topic of Lead…

What's Your Diagnosis

What’s Your Diagnosis? Lead Poisoning in Children

April 5, 2022
EB Medicine

Welcome to this month’s What’s Your Diagnosis Challenge! But before we begin, check to see if…