Surgery
Company working to develop puncture-resistant surgical gloves
Health care workers in the United States suffer an estimated 385,000 needlestick injuries per year, according to the Centers for Disease Control.
May 14, 2014
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Oncology & Cancer
Study examines UV nail salon lamps, risk of skin cancer
Using higher-wattage ultra violet (UV) lamps at nail salons to dry and cure polish was associated with more UV-A radiation being emitted, but the brief exposure after a manicure would require multiple visits for potential ...
Apr 30, 2014
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In California, chefs fight for bare-hand contact
California legislators may reverse a new law banning bare hand contact with food at restaurants and bars.
Mar 24, 2014
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Study examines effect of use of gloves and gowns for all patient contact in ICUs on MRSA or VRE
The wearing of gloves and gowns by health care workers for all intensive care unit (ICU) patient contact did not reduce the rate of acquisition of a combination of the bacteria methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus ...
Oct 4, 2013
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Pond scum holds dangers for people, pets
(HealthDay)—Blue-green algae is found in lakes and ponds across the United States and is a threat to both people and pets, an expert warns.
Jul 30, 2013
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Study suggests inadequate hand hygiene practice
(Medical Xpress)—Gloves used commonly in general hospital wards throughout New Zealand are frequently contaminated with bacteria before coming into contact with patients, with poor glove box design and inadequate hand washing ...
Jul 1, 2013
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Hairdressers reluctant to claim workers comp, study finds
A large number of hairdressers do not claim workers compensation for occupational contact dermatitis, according to a recent study.
Dec 12, 2012
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Neuroscience
Musical glove improves sensation, mobility for people with spinal cord injury
Georgia Tech researchers have created a wireless, musical glove that may improve sensation and motor skills for people with paralyzing spinal cord injury (SCI).
Jul 17, 2012
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Tooting your horn can raise risk for skin condition
(HealthDay) -- Musicians and their instruments often make beautiful music together, but occasionally the relationship can hit a sour note: Certain parts of musical instruments may put their owners at risk for a skin condition ...
Mar 16, 2012
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Surgery
Double gloving prevents exposure to pathogens in OR
(HealthDay) -- Double gloving during surgery reduces the risk for transmission of bloodborne pathogens to medical personnel as well as minimizing the transfer of health care-associated infections to patients, according to ...
Mar 7, 2012
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