Shock Index and Characteristics of "Bounce-Back" Patients in the Emergency Department of King Abdullah Medical City (KAMC): A Retrospective Analysis.

Background "Bounce back" patients is a term used to refer to patients returning to the emergency department within 72 hours after the first visit. This can be attributed to various factors related to diagnosis, management, or the health care system. Objective This study sought to evaluate the extent of bounce-back patients in the emergency department of King Abdullah Medical City (KAMC), Makkah, Saudi Arabia, and then explore the possible relationship between shock index (SI) and bounce-back patients.

The Influence of COVID-19 Pandemic on Influenza Immunization in Saudi Arabia: Cross-Sectional Study.

Introduction: Influenza vaccination is the primary control measure for severe complications caused by influenza viruses. Moreover, in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, Saudi Arabia recommends vaccinating people at risk against influenza to minimise co-infection risk with SARS-CoV2. Therefore, this study aims to assess the Saudi population's knowledge, attitude, and practice toward influenza vaccination during the COVID-19 pandemic.