Unlocated Ers Temporary Closed For Publication -set 4- Final -

: Data shows in-hospital mortality rates rise from 1.6% to 2.0% for non-EMS users and from 7.4% to 8.7% for EMS users when at least one regional ED is "unlocated" or closed.

: In rural settings, an unlocated ER can force patients to travel an additional 23 km or more, significantly delaying time-sensitive interventions for conditions like Acute Myocardial Infarction (AMI) or stroke. 3. The "Bystander Effect" on Neighboring Facilities Unlocated ERs Temporary Closed for publication -SET 4- final

This communication serves as formal notification regarding the disposition of the specific files categorized under Set 4. As we continue to audit our historical archives to align with current publication standards and regulatory compliance requirements, the following actions have been taken: : Data shows in-hospital mortality rates rise from 1