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    Why So Many Emergency Rooms Are Failing Kids in America

    Why So Many Emergency Rooms Are Failing Kids in America

    FromThe Journal.

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    Why So Many Emergency Rooms Are Failing Kids in America

    FromThe Journal.

    ratings:
    Length:
    23 minutes
    Released:
    Nov 17, 2023
    Format:
    Podcast episode

    Description

    A Wall Street Journal investigation found that only 14% of emergency departments nationwide have been certified to treat kids. WSJ’s Melanie Evans explains why this is a problem across the country, and one family recounts their son’s experience in an ER.



    Further Reading:

    -Find Hospitals Deemed Ready to Treat Children in Your Area 

    -Children Are Dying in Ill-Prepared Emergency Rooms Across America 

    -Emergency Rooms Are Failing Kids. This Hospital Stepped Up. 

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    Released:
    Nov 17, 2023
    Format:
    Podcast episode

    Titles in the series (100)

    The most important stories, explained through the lens of business. A podcast about money, business and power. Hosted by Kate Linebaugh and Ryan Knutson. The Journal is a co-production from Gimlet Media and The Wall Street Journal.