Critical Care
Firefighters' Risk for Heart Disease Increased by Ultrafine Air Particles
A new study has found that more than 70% of particulates released during fires are ultrafine, invisible to the naked eye, placing firefighters at an increased risk for heart disease from exposure during the fire suppression process. More...05 Oct 2010
New Warnings Issued on Use of Gadolinium-Based Contrast Agents
U.S. Officials are requiring that gadolinium-based contrast agents carry new warnings on their labels about the risk of a potentially fatal disorder known as nephrogenic systemic fibrosis, if the drug is administered to certain patients with kidney disease. More...04 Oct 2010
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Routine Shifting of Intravenous Drips Unnecessary
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Low Cost Filter Uses Electrified Nanostructures to Purify Water
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