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Issue #107: Campus Clashes at USF, Health Alert in Pasco, Unusual TSA Find, Tampa Hospital Ratings, Arts & Entertainment Links
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Ted Grellner
03 May
Keep your finger on the Pulse!
GOOD MORNING!
Just as this issue has articles on area hospital annual safety grades, I return from a surgical procedure at Advent Health Zephyrhills, one of the Advent Health hospitals that scored very well.
Kudos to all the very friendly and skilled staff and doctors who helped me through my early morning “adventure”. Thank you All!
Dr Ted
In this issue of
NewTampa | WesleyChapel Local Pulse
Local News
☁️ Tear Gas and Arrests at USF as Pro-Palestinian Protests Intensify
🦟 Pasco Health Officials Ramp Up Efforts After EEE Virus Found in Local Wildlife
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🐍 TSA Discovers Snakes Hidden in Passenger’s Pants at Miami Airport
Medical News
🏥 Leapfrog Grades Tampa Bay Hospitals: Tampa General Scores a C
🏥 Leapfrog Group Awards Highest Safety Grade to AdventHealth in Pasco and Marion Counties
Useful Arts & Entertainment Event Links
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Tear Gas and Arrests at USF as Pro-Palestinian Protests Intensify
When protesting goes too far
At the University of South Florida (USF) in Tampa, police intervened with tear gas during a pro-Palestinian protest, resulting in the arrest of ten individuals amid state-wide university demonstrations concerning the Israel-Hamas conflict. Protesters, numbering between 80 and 100, had gathered at USF, some equipped with umbrellas and plywood shields in defiance of university regulations. The standoff escalated after police declared the protest unlawful and ordered the crowd to disperse.
This event at USF is part of larger, ongoing protests across Florida universities, including the University of Florida and Florida State University, where additional arrests occurred and an encampment was established at the University of North Florida. The day concluded with a peaceful assembly of about 30 people outside Orient Road Jail in support of those detained.
USF Police Chief Chris Daniel stressed the importance of safety and adherence to university policies, justifying the police response by pointing to the protesters' prepared defenses. The police action has sparked discussions on campus free speech rights versus security measures in handling protests.
Pasco Health Officials Ramp Up Efforts After EEE Virus Found in Local Wildlife
Pasco County health officials have sounded the alarm following the detection of the Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) virus, a rare but extremely dangerous mosquito-borne disease. The county's mosquito control unit, headed by Adriane Rogers, was alerted to the presence of the virus after two emus owned by a local resident died mysteriously. Blood tests confirmed the animals were infected with EEE, leading to rapid response efforts in the area including surveillance and aggressive mosquito control measures.
Despite only a few human cases over the past decade, EEE poses a significant risk, with approximately one-third of infected individuals succumbing to the disease.
Mosquito control efforts are now intensified, focusing on the central part of Pasco County where the outbreak was first identified. Authorities are also urging residents to take preventive measures, such as wearing protective clothing and using EPA-approved repellents, particularly during peak mosquito activity times at dawn and dusk.
TSA Discovers Snakes Hidden in Passenger’s Pants at Miami Airport
At Miami International Airport, a peculiar incident unfolded when security personnel discovered multiple snakes concealed within the pants of a passenger. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) disclosed that during a routine checkpoint screening, TSA officers uncovered a small camouflage pouch carrying two pink snakes. The situation escalated when what seemed to be packing material used to cushion the snakes spilled out as the reptiles were being extracted from the pouch.
The incident prompted immediate action from the TSA officers, who alerted Customs and Border Protection and local law enforcement agencies in Miami-Dade to address the situation. The snakes were subsequently handed over to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission for proper handling and care.
The identity of the passenger involved remains undisclosed as of the latest reports, and the TSA has not provided additional details on the matter. This occurrence highlights Miami's ongoing challenges with illegal wildlife trafficking, a serious issue given the city's role as a significant hub for such activities in North America. Efforts to curb wildlife smuggling at this major international transit point are continuously enforced by local authorities.
Leapfrog Grades Tampa Bay Hospitals: Tampa General Scores a C
Grades for Safety
In a recent evaluation by Leapfrog, a nonprofit dedicated to hospital safety, Tampa Bay hospitals varied in patient safety grades, with none failing but Tampa General Hospital receiving a C. This assessment considered factors like infection rates and patient falls. Tampa General, a Level I trauma center, was marked down for issues in several categories including infections and patient safety incidents.
Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital improved to a B grade, the highest since its 2020 acquisition by Orlando Health. St. Joseph's Hospital in Tampa, a BayCare facility, received an A. Meanwhile, three HCA facilities in Florida, including HCA Florida Citrus Hospital, dropped to D grades.
Statewide, Florida hospitals ranked 13th in the U.S. for safety, with Tampa Bay hospitals collectively ranking 16th in metropolitan areas. About 55% of the region's hospitals earned an A grade.
Despite some low scores, Tampa General has announced an aggressive plan to enhance its safety standards and achieve an A rating. The hospital, recognized nationally and globally for its care, argues that Leapfrog's data is outdated and doesn't reflect its complexity or recent improvements.
Leapfrog Group Awards Highest Safety Grade to AdventHealth in Pasco and Marion Counties
All AdventHealth hospitals located in Pasco and Marion counties have been awarded top marks for patient safety, earning straight 'A' grades in the latest evaluations by The Leapfrog Group for spring 2024.
The healthcare facilities recognized include AdventHealth Ocala, AdventHealth Carrollwood, AdventHealth Wesley Chapel, AdventHealth Dade City, and AdventHealth Zephyrhills. This acknowledgment is a part of a national rating system that evaluates hospitals on numerous safety criteria such as medical errors, accidents, and infection control.
The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, a peer-reviewed assessment that is updated biannually, is renowned for its focus on data transparency and public availability, aiming to reduce preventable medical mishaps that significantly impact patient health nationwide.
Leah Binder, President and CEO of The Leapfrog Group, praised the staff at the AdventHealth West Florida Division hospitals for their unwavering commitment to patient safety and excellence in healthcare provision. Further details on the hospitals’ performance and patient safety tips can be found on the HospitalSafetyGrade.org website.
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