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CMW news: H1N1 self-assessment tool could prevent unnecessary emergency department visits

Case Management Weekly, October 21, 2009

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Emory University and Microsoft have teamed up to create a H1N1 self-assessment tool that could help prevent ED overcrowding.
 
The H1N1 (Swine Flu) Response Center is a Web-based assessment tool that asks site visitors a series of questions, including:
  • Age
  • Gender
  • Geographic location
  • Severity of symptoms
  • Length of symptoms
After answering these questions, users receive symptom management advice. In severe cases, the tool instructs users to consult a physician immediately. In less severe scenarios, the tool may instruct users to visit a walk-in clinic or stay in bed and drink fluids.
 
Site sponsors hope people with less severe symptoms will use this tool to get advice instead of visiting the ED.

Source: HealthLeaders Media



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