Fiery Plane Crash in Northeast Philadelphia Involves Pediatric Patient, Impacts Local Community

Philadelphia, PA — A catastrophic event unfolded in Northeast Philadelphia on Friday evening when a Learjet 55 carrying a pediatric patient, an escort, and four crew members crashed near Roosevelt Mall shortly after takeoff from Northeast Philadelphia Airport, resulting in a massive fire. The exact number of casualties has not been confirmed as rescue operations … Read more

Pediatric Influenza-Related Deaths in Nebraska Highlight Urgency of Early Antiviral Treatment

OMAHA, Neb. – The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services recently reported a total of three deaths in the state this flu season, with two of the deaths being pediatric influenza-related. This season, the entire country has witnessed 20 children’s deaths linked to the flu, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. … Read more

Flu Outbreak: Nebraska Reports Pediatric Deaths, Urges Early Tamiflu Use and Vaccinations

OMAHA, Neb. – The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services has reported two pediatric influenza-related deaths and three deaths in total in the state this season. This is part of a larger trend, as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has reported a total of 20 children’s deaths from the flu this season … Read more