The Oregon Chapter of ACEP proudly represents the professional interests of the hundreds of Emergency Physicians serving the state of Oregon.
The Oregon Chapter of the American College of Emergency Medicine is located in Portland, OR.
We know things are changing rapidly, but at the same time feeling like nothing has changed at all since 2020.
We’re tired too. We also want this to be over (really, really, badly).
But the best thing we can do is to stay on top of developments, keep masking when needed, and keep encouraging as many Oregonians as possible to get their vaccines.
Not yet registered for ACEP22? Use promo code: A610680 by August 15 to save $150 on your registration cost. Register at http://acep.org/acep22. See you in SF!!
At least a third of the emergency department visits for heat illness this week have been related to heat exposure on the job. We're seeing younger patients in their 20s coming in with symptoms of heat illness that are building up over days.
🥵 Learn the signs of heat-related illnesses and what to do if you see someone with these symptoms: http://bit.ly/3IX3UEQ
🥵 Conozca los signos de las enfermedades relacionadas con el calor y qué hacer si ve a alguien con estos síntomas: http://bit.ly/3z3u4S0
@multco and Portland issued emergency declarations ahead of high temps. Overnight cooling shelters expected as soon as Tuesday, plan for extended @multcolib hours and misting stations. https://bit.ly/3b3xpby
Today we released a report that shows health care costs have grown 49% per person across insurance markets between 2013 and 2019 in Oregon. Rising prescription drug costs and the cost of professional services were the primary factors. http://ow.ly/mrK850JZIGA
There is no shortage of supply.
@GovCanHealth says #COVID19 is airborne.
What's the problem? @ONTatwork needs to mandate n95 masks in congregate work settings. It helped workplaces stay open in Germany. It shut down HCW infections in Australia.
#FreeThePPE #AGMPisBreathing
CAPPEM members have worked hard to create a sustainable, high-quality, globally competitive domestic supply chain. Today, they have the capacity to supply 100% of 🇨🇦’s respirator & mask needs, without compromising quality.
More info here: https://cappem.ca/canadian-ppe
#MadeInCanada
Check out ACUTE CARE, INC. Supports Series – Access to Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for Healthcare Providers #GetUsPPE #acepnow #FreeThePPE
https://acutecare.com/2020/12/acute-care-inc-supports-series-access-to-personal-protective-equipment-ppe-for-healthcare-providers/
What would your sign say if you joined us for a picket?
#SupportNurses #FreethePPE
What would your sign say if you joined us for a picket?
#SupportNurses #FreethePPE
What would your sign say if you joined us for a picket?
#SupportNurses #FreethePPE
We hold an annual CME conference in January. If you attended in 2019 or 2020 and need CME forms, please use the contact form to reach us.