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Special Report: Humbled CDC Seeks Reinvention, Culture Change

The CDC has taken responsibility for its haphazard response to the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States, admitting to mistakes and miscalculations that often directly affected healthcare workers.

Obstacles to ED Admission Cause Legal Problems

When faced with this tricky situation, emergency physicians should carefully document discussions and remember they are responsible for clearly communicating about the patient’s condition, test results, and indication for admission.

Legal Exposure for Hospitals if ED Nurses’ Safety Concerns Are Ignored

In the aftermath of violence in EDs, some nurses alleged long-standing workplace safety concerns went unheeded. In this scenario, there are multiple regulatory and liability concerns.

FDA Authorizes Updated Boosters to Protect Against Omicron

Agency prepares for potential cold weather COVID-19 case spike with latest vaccine solution.

U.S. N95 Respirator Supply Finally Deemed Adequate

Federal regulators remove devices from shortage list.

How Should Researchers Proceed if They Suspect Neglect or Abuse?

If researchers interview a child during a minimal risk study at a school, and they suspect the child is a victim of abuse or neglect, investigators are ethically obligated to respond to this.

Ethical Considerations for Trauma-Informed Care

Use the tenets of trauma-informed care by realizing the widespread effects of trauma; recognizing signs and symptoms; responding by including knowledge about trauma in policies, procedures, and practices; and avoiding retraumatization.

Be Careful About Informed Consent if Pelvic Exams Happen While Patients Are Under Anesthesia

Incorporate explicit discussions with patients about pelvic exams conducted while patients are under anesthesia. These discussions should occur during consent processes for gynecologic procedures. Specifically, patients would be told about the potential for medical student involvement in these exams.