Delaware medical journal
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Delaware medical journal · Jul 2003
Historical ArticleThe evolution of emergency medicine in Ireland.
Irish emergency medicine is now evolving at a rapid pace. Having roots in a rich Irish medical history and different cultural and economic influences from the United States, the specialty has developed much differently than has American emergency medicine. The history of Irish emergency medicine is discussed and comparisons are made between an Irish and an American emergency department.
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Coughing is a healthy reflex. Causes of a cough can vary from minor upper respiratory illnesses to malignancy. ⋯ Primary care providers must decide when reassessment is needed and if a vigorous workup and referral to a pulmonologist are required. The above discussion should assist these physicians.