Trump administration to modernize how hospitals track injuries with EHR data

The Trump administration is revamping how hospitals record and report injuries related to consumer products by introducing NEISS-R, a new system that leverages electronic health records for automatic data collection. This shift from the outdated 1972 method promises to enhance accuracy and efficiency in tracking such injuries. With this modernized approach, hospitals can more reliably flag product-related incidents, potentially leading to better consumer safety measures and faster responses to emerging risks. This change is crucial for improving public health surveillance and ensuring timely interventions.