Alberta minister optimistic about ER doctor deal, doesn’t blame physicians for delay
Alberta's Hospitals Minister expresses optimism about reaching a deal with doctors to address delays in emergency department staffing.
Emergency rooms may gain the right to send patients home after initial assessment
The Estonian Ministry of Social Affairs is considering allowing emergency departments to send patients home after an initial assessment if they don't require urgent care, amidst concerns about patient health and overcrowding in ERs.
CHARTS ⟩ The number of self-referred patients has decreased, but this does not manage the overload in the ER
The number of self-referred patients to emergency services in Estonia has decreased, but there remains significant pressure on emergency departments due to minor health issues not properly directed to general practitioners.
Uruguay declared a health emergency due to avian influenza after detecting cases of 'high pathogenicity'
Uruguay has declared a national health emergency due to the outbreak of high pathogenic avian influenza in several departments of the country.
Floods: three departments remain on red alert this Monday
Three departments in western France are currently on red alert for flooding as water levels remain high and the decline is expected to be slow.
Eight Women Are in the Fire Departments in Árnessýsla
Eight women serve in the fire departments of Árnessýsla, highlighted during a discussion led by the fire chief about their diverse responsibilities.
Good news in New York: Hochul will grant US$25 million to volunteer firefighters and there are few days left to apply
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has announced US$25 million in funding for volunteer fire departments, with a limited time frame for applications.
Elderly Evacuated, Electricity Cut Off... The State Sounds the 'Total Mobilization' Against Floods in Western France
The French government has declared a state of 'total mobilization' due to severe flooding affecting several departments in western France, including evacuations and electricity outages.
From a few to 80 patients per hour. 'Rzeczpospolita' has discovered how burdened emergency departments are
Emergency departments in Poland are experiencing increased patient loads due to systemic issues in primary health care access and diagnostic limitations.
Floods in western France leave two dead and 81 departments on alert
Severe floods in western France have resulted in two fatalities and have placed 81 departments under alert, highlighting the impact of prolonged heavy rain and saturated soils.
Kiruna's new hospital is being built to accommodate maternity and surgery departments
A new hospital in Kiruna is planned to include maternity wards and emergency surgery, which were previously closed, but there's no commitment from regional leaders to activate these services.
Queensland e-scooter injuries escalate to five per day
In Queensland, over five individuals per day are being treated in emergency departments for e-scooter injuries, highlighting a concerning rise in incidents according to state hospital data.
Construction of the Kretinga Hospital's Emergency and Urgent Care Department Completed
The construction of an extension at Kretinga Hospital has been completed, featuring new facilities for emergency care and various medical departments.
‘Take them away, crush them’: Australia faces an ebike surge that some say poses a health emergency
Australia's health minister has declared an emergency due to a surge in illegal ebikes and e-motorcycles, linking them to increasing injuries in emergency departments.
The judge of the flood investigates what measures to protect the population were received by four counselors of Mazón
The judge is investigating the coordination between emergency response departments and several ministries of the regional government in the aftermath of a tragic flood that claimed 230 lives on October 29, 2024.
Pennsylvania hospital blaze forces patients to be evacuated
A fire at Lehigh Valley Hospital in Pennsylvania led to an emergency evacuation of patients and a significant response from local fire departments.
HUS: The cold is now evident in emergency departments as cases of frostbite and hypothermia spike
Long periods of cold weather have led to a significant increase in cases of frostbite and hypothermia in emergency departments, according to the HUS health network.
Emergency pneumonia cases surge to half a million a year in England
Emergency pneumonia cases in England have surged to over half a million annually, marking a 25% increase over the past two years, exacerbating pressures on accident and emergency departments.
Around 30,000 Euros in Damage: Cellar Fire in Tölz Hotel
A fire caused by burning electrical devices in the cellar of a hotel in Tölz prompted a large response from multiple fire departments.
Surge in Influenza A Cases – Hundreds of Children in Hospitals
Hospitals across the country are filling up with cases of Influenza A and seasonal viruses, with emergency departments reporting numerous flu-like symptoms, including serious cases requiring intensive care.
Huge rise in number of people in England’s A&Es for coughs or hiccups
Emergency departments in England are seeing a significant increase in patients seeking treatment for minor ailments like coughs and hiccups, highlighting issues in accessing primary care.
A&Es in ‘big trouble’ because of ‘normalised’ corridor care, says leading UK medic
Emergency departments in the UK are facing severe challenges due to the normalization of treating patients in corridors, according to Dr. Ian Higginson of the Royal College of Emergency Medicine.
Georgiadis: Reduction of up to 60% in waiting time at the NHS emergency departments, average time below 4 hours in December
Health Minister Georgiadis announced a significant reduction in waiting times at NHS emergency departments, achieving an average wait time of under 4 hours by December 2025.
What is the 'great cold' plan?
The 'great cold' plan has been activated in over ten departments in France to provide additional emergency shelter for vulnerable individuals due to extremely low temperatures.