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US FDA Demands Proof of Antibacterial Soap Claims

Manufacturers of nonprescription antibacterial hand soaps and body washes will soon be required to show their products are more effective than plain soap in stopping the spread of infections.   More...
02 Jan 2014

Hospital Staff Fear More for Patients Than for Themselves

A new survey reveals that while clinicians and nurses are susceptible to work injuries, the risk of patient injury is a greater concern.   More...
01 Jan 2014
Image: The IntelliSave AX700 anesthesia machine (Photo courtesy of Philips Healthcare).

New Anesthesia Machine Communicates with Patient Monitors

Royal Philips Electronics has introduced an anesthesia machine and patient monitors that deliver ease of use, durability, and innovation.  More...
31 Dec 2013

Blood Pressure Management Guidelines to Be Loosened

The update to the guidelines for the management of hypertension raises the blood pressure threshold that determines the need for drug therapy in many patients.  More...
31 Dec 2013
Image: The Radical-7 Pulse CO-Oximeter (Photo courtesy of Masimo).

PVI Measurement Could Help Reduce Septic Shock Risk

A new study suggests that noninvasive plethysmographic variability index can be used to assess fluid responsiveness in mechanically ventilated patients in the early phase of septic shock in the emergency room.   More...
30 Dec 2013
Image: The Schiller Easy Pulse CPR compression device (Photo courtesy of Schiller).

Chest Compression Device Delivers Effective Resuscitation

A portable, standalone, mechanical device delivers chest compressions automatically at a consistent rate and depth.   More...
26 Dec 2013
Image: The Occoris active dry powder aerosolization system (Photo courtesy of Team Consulting).

Innovative Technology Improves Delivery of Inhaled Drugs

A new active technology does not rely on the patient’s inhalation for drug delivery, resulting in consistent dosing regardless of inspiratory effort.   More...
26 Dec 2013
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