Researchers have developed an inexpensive bandage that uses an electric field to promote healing in chronic wounds. In animal testing, wounds that were treated with these electric bandages healed 30% faster than wounds treated ...
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Central catheter rounds serve as an important adjunct to bundles designed to prevent central line–associated bloodstream infections (CLABSIs), according to a study published in Critical Care Nurse.
Aug 1, 2024
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The global population of patients with diabetic wounds is expected to rise to between 9.1 million and 26.1 million by 2030. Diabetic wounds severely impact patients' quality of life, both physically and mentally, while also ...
Mar 18, 2024
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Summer means salads. And salads are even more delicious with a good dressing.
Dec 27, 2023
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Chances are you know at least one person who's given up eating gluten. Maybe you've even given it up yourself. But who can really benefit from a gluten-free diet?
Dec 21, 2023
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A summary of sugar's health effects can sound like the tagline for a Hollywood thriller: "It's sweet and alluring. It's a master of disguise. And tonight—it's hiding in your refrigerator."
Oct 31, 2023
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A unique sterile dressing can improve patient safety during ultrasound-guided peripheral IV (UGPIV) insertions by facilitating a standardized approach to aseptic technique, providing a barrier against contamination and ensuring ...
Sep 11, 2023
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As the role of telehealth in medical delivery continues to change the dynamics of health care, nurses often have less time with patients at the bedside in favor of more time connecting virtually. Many nursing theorists define ...
Sep 7, 2023
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Researchers from Queen's University Belfast have designed a new 3D printed bandage, known as a scaffold, which presents an innovative method of treatment to heal diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs).
Jul 27, 2023
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One of the challenges in treating burn victims is the frequency of dressing changes, which can be extremely painful.
Jun 6, 2023
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