Parental intuition better at spotting child illness than vital signs, study finds
A recent study by Monash University, analyzing nearly 190,000 pediatric emergency visits, found that parental concern often precedes clinical indicators of deterioration. Children whose parents expressed worry were four times more likely to require intensive care. These findings bolster the case for Martha's Rule, an NHS initiative granting families the right to request urgent treatment reviews, ensuring parental insights are integral to pediatric care.