A new documentary from Wisconsin Public Television explores how care providers in the state are taking childhood trauma into account in their work. We learn more about trauma informed care. We also discuss the newest inductees into the World Video Game Hall of Fame. Plus, we look at a new study that shows some hospitals turn away ambulances when the patients are more likely to be poor.
Featured in this Show
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Which Video Games Belong In The World Hall Of Fame?
The World Video Game Hall of Fame recently voted in four new inductees: Mortal Kombat, Super Mario Kart, Microsoft Solitaire and Colossal Cave Adventure. We discuss their roles in video game history, popular culture and society. We also take your suggestions for other games you think should make the list.
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WPT Documentary Highlights The Rise Of Trauma Informed Care
Health care workers and other service providers are increasingly taking childhood trauma into account when they treat young people. We find out about a new documentary from Wisconsin Public Television looking at trauma informed care in the state.
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Why Some Hospitals Turn Away Ambulances When Patients Are Likely To Be Poor
A new study shows that some hospitals turn away ambulances when the patients are more likely to be poor. We discuss the reasons for what’s known as “ambulance diversion” and the effects on people who need emergency care.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Bill Martens Producer
- Judith Siers-Poisson Producer
- Jon-Paul Dyson Guest
- Frederica Freyberg Guest
- John Diedrich Guest
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