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21 Apr 2008, 8:56 am
Consumers and health care professionals, alike, are encouraged to report adverse reactions such as these to the FDA's MedWatch program at 800-FDA-1088 or online at www.fda.gov/medwatch/how.htm.Previously on the DC Metro Area Medical Malpractice Law Blog, we have posted articles related to: A dietary supplement containing Selenium found to cause, rather than cure, diabetes Evidence that some dietary supplements contain chemicals that… [read post]
19 Apr 2008, 12:42 am
" Authors of the study note that physical activity should not be an 'add-on,' but rather a core value and principle for healthy and effective living.Previously on the DC Metro Area Personal Injury Law Blog, we have posted articles related to: A recent increase in pediatric gymnastic injuries April 2008 is Sports Eye Safety Month Evidence that ankle braces prevent volleyball injuries among female college athletes For information about your… [read post]
19 Apr 2008, 12:16 am
Such a move would be a mistake, they insist, as even the lackluster vaccine provided this year still offered 44% protection against flu overall.Previously on the DC Metro Area Medical Malpractice Law Blog, we have posted articles related to: New recommendations regarding pediatric flu vaccination A new study indicating that many physicians prescribe inappropriate flu drugs FDA recommendations regarding labeling of children's flu… [read post]
18 Apr 2008, 3:11 am
Scientists believe that the 2006 outbreak was likely enabled by a variety of contributing factors, including waning immunity to the virus, high population density, contact rates on college campuses, and incomplete vaccine-induced immunity to the virus.Previously on the DC Metro Area Medical Malpractice Law Blog, we have posted articles related to: A CDC update to the recommended adult immunization schedule News coverage of a Mumps outbreak in Washington, DC in 2006 Mumps cases… [read post]
17 Apr 2008, 12:49 am
At this point, only 5 of the 26 Alzheimer's patients who were still capable of being evaluated were determined to be safe (19%), in comparison to 12 of the 21 control-group drivers (or 57%).Authors of the study advise that these findings illustrate the great need for valid screening tests of cognition and driving skill, so that at-risk drivers who should have a specialized driving evaluation can be easily identified.Warning signs that a… [read post]
17 Apr 2008, 12:36 am
FDA-2008-D-0053 in the "Search" window.Previously on the DC Metro Area Medical Malpractice Law Blog, we have posted articles related to: A study indicating that 80% of hospitalized kids receive medication approved only for adults Pharmaceutical residue found in many public drinking water supplies Dangerous dietary supplements that promote prostate cancer For information about your legal rights, please click here or call the law firm of Regan Zambri… [read post]
16 Apr 2008, 12:45 am
Previously on the DC Metro Area Medical Malpractice Law Blog, we have posted articles related to: How risky pharmacy practices increase medication error rates Why many bad physicians remain active in the U.S. healthcare system New research indicating that 25% of elderly patients receive the wrong prescription medicines For information about your legal rights, please click here or call the law firm of Regan Zambri & Long, PLLC at… [read post]
14 Apr 2008, 11:13 pm
Still, the FDA urges caution, and requests that both healthcare professionals and patients report suscpicious side effects related to Singulair, Accolate, Zyflo, and Zyflo CR to the FDA's MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program: on-line at [www.fda.gov/medwatch/report.htm]; by returning the postage-paid FDA form 3500 [available in PDF format at [www.fda.gov/medwatch/getforms.htm] to 5600 Fishers Lane, Rockville, MD 20852-9787; faxing the form to… [read post]
14 Apr 2008, 10:24 pm
Researchers note that "ultra-endurance" athletes are at particular risk of developing hyponatremia as a result of over-hydration.Previously on the DC Metro Area Personal Injury Law Blog, we have posted articles related to: Bicycle safety tips for night-time riding Walking and bicycling safety tips for kids Spring health and safety tips for gardeners For information about your legal rights, please click here or call the law firm of Regan… [read post]
14 Apr 2008, 12:45 am
Parents should also make sure that their child's coaches have experience in training children, and employ proper conditioning and proper equipment.Previously on the DC Metro Area Personal Injury Law Blog, we have posted articles related to: April is Sports Eye Safety Month Playground safety tips for kids The unexpectedly high economic impact of skateboarding injuries For information about your legal rights, please click here or call the law firm… [read post]
13 Apr 2008, 10:18 pm
Authors of the AHA statement also advise that patients with a long history of cocaine use are likely to be non-compliant in taking medication to keep drug-eluting stents from becoming blocked, so in their cases, bare metal stents may be preferable as a treatment for cardiac blockages.Experts also note that most cocaine-associated chest pain is not a heart attack, and thus, these patients should be initially monitored in an… [read post]
13 Apr 2008, 12:55 am
" "Fat sacks" and "strapped horns" refer to pipes for smoking cocaine.Other studies have demonstrated that rap is one of the fastest growing musical genres in American society today and plays a prominent role in youth culture.Previously on the DC Metro Area Personal Injury Law Blog, we have posted articles related to: Substance abuse prevention strategies for communities A study showing that parents can curb college… [read post]
13 Apr 2008, 12:23 am
Three studies published in 2007 showed no negative impact on survival when mouth-to-mouth ventilation was eliminated, the association statement said.The group warns that hands-only CPR should not be used on infants or children, or on those adults whose cardiac arrest is from respiratory causes such as drug overdose or near-drowning.About 75 percent of all sudden cardiac arrests happen at home, the heart association estimates, and the new guideline applies in such cases: 911 first, hands-only CPR… [read post]
12 Apr 2008, 12:21 am
Most common mistakes included a failure to closely monitor patients, and the prescription of the wrong medicine or wrong doses of medicine, the researchers said.Authors of the study note that the number of adverse drug events involving children is about the same as it is for adults.Previously on the DC Metro Area Medical Malpractice Law Blog, we have posted articles related to: How thousands of pediatric ER visits are linked to cough and cold medications each… [read post]
12 Apr 2008, 12:14 am
The findings demonstrate that on average, half of all drunk drivers are not just slightly over the legal limit of impairment, but are inexperienced drinkers who have gotten seriously drunk before deciding to drive.Authors of the study recommend that doctors should do more than simply ask if patients have a problem with alcohol, including asking specifically about the number of drinks they may consume on any one occasion and talking to patients… [read post]
11 Apr 2008, 12:43 am
"If you are concerned that your diet lacks sufficient vitamin D or think you may exhibit the signs or symptoms of skin cancer, you should contact your family physician immediately.Previously on the DC Metro Area Medical Malpractice Law Blog, we have posted articles related to: New evidence that some skin cancer rates vary according to geography Risk factors for Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Skin cancer prevention guidelines from the CDC For information about your… [read post]
10 Apr 2008, 12:57 am
" When using mouth guards, it's also particularly important to properly maintain and clean them to prevent possible infections.Previously on the DC Metro Area Personal Injury Law Blog, we have posted articles related to: Tips to prevent falls and head injuries at home The surprising economic impact of skateboarding injuries Evidence that ankle braces prevent many critical volleyball injuries For information about your legal rights, please click here or call the law… [read post]
10 Apr 2008, 12:29 am
" When using mouth guards, it's also particularly important to properly maintain and clean them to prevent possible infections.Previously on the DC Metro Area Medical Malpractice Law Blog, we have posted articles related to: Evidence that many imported dental prosthetics contain dangerous levels of lead A reporting indicating that oral health is improving for most Americans, but worsening among toddlers Why oral health is particularly important among women… [read post]
8 Apr 2008, 6:25 am
Properly worn, a shoulder belt should simply come up from the side, divide the breasts, and cross over the shoulder.Previously on the DC Metro Area Personal Injury Law Blog, we have posted articles related to: Evidence that teen passengers are killed more frequently than others in car accidents A study demonstrating that states with weak seat belt laws have more rural traffic deaths Why seat belts are important for truck… [read post]
"Wake-Up-And-Breathe" Protocol May Be Superior to Traditional Mechanical Ventilation of ICU Patients
8 Apr 2008, 12:36 am
Such an intervention could help patients transition off of a ventilator much more easily.Just as muscles tend to atrophy during prolonged bed-rest or extended space travel, researchers caution, total rest of breathing muscles during respiratory ventilation also appears to take a significant toll on the integrity of muscle tissue.Previously on the DC Metro Area Medical Malpractice Law Blog, we have posted articles related to: How low nurse… [read post]
