Swedish Medical Center alone has seen a 25% jump in pediatric visits related to mental health Author: Christine Pae (KING 5) Published: 7:34 PM PDT March 15, 2021 Updated: 9:05 PM PDT March 15, 2021
SEATTLE Healthcare providers say an alarming number of kids and teens have been seeking mental health treatment at hospitals and emergency rooms during the course of the pandemic.
Swedish Health Services in Washington is one such medical provider that has seen a significant increase in the number of students admitted in the emergency department and in-patient care due to psychiatric and behavioral health issues, according to Dr. Nwando Anyaoku, director of pediatrics and Chief Health Equity Officer at Swedish.
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“This is that home stretch where we need to be mindful but we do need to start taking steps forward, getting back to a life that is supportive of not just our physical health but mental health,” said Dr. Elizabeth Meade, with Swedish.
The CDC says people fully vaccinated can gather inside a private setting – like a household – mask free.
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