Hospital Resources for Pandemic Influenza
2008
Hospital Resources for Pandemic Influenza
Editorial
Author Information
Author(s): Michael P. Dailey
Primary Institution: North Fulton Regional Hospital
Conclusion
The evaluation of hospital resources for pandemic influenza in the Netherlands reveals significant differences in bed availability compared to Roswell and Alpharetta, Georgia.
Supporting Evidence
- The Netherlands has a maximum availability of 232 beds per 100,000 population for pandemic influenza patients, while Roswell/Alpharetta has only 47 beds.
- Both regions have the same availability of intensive care unit beds at 8 per 100,000 population.
Takeaway
This letter discusses how hospitals in the Netherlands have more beds available for pandemic influenza patients than those in Roswell and Alpharetta, which could be a problem during a pandemic.
Limitations
The evaluation does not account for the effects of antiviral drugs and vaccines, which may impact hospitalizations and mortality rates.
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