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Nine new drug labeling and packaging guidelines have been developed with an aim of reducing medication errors

International Group Develops Best Practices for Drug Packaging

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Global regulators recommend adoption of ready-to-use/administer syringes and premixed IV solutions
The U.S. Surgeon General released an advisory urging increased availability of the opioid overdose-reversing drug naloxone earlier this year

U.S. Surgeon General Urges More Americans to Carry Naloxone

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More individuals, including family, friends, those personally at risk, urged to carry naloxone
Pelvic examination does not increase the sensitivity or specificity for diagnosis of chlamydia

Pelvic Exam in ER Doesn’t Help Predict STI for Young Females

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Pelvic exam doesn't add to history for diagnosis of STIs in young females with suspected cervicitis, PID
Recurrent stone-forming patients have high visceral fat ratios compared to first-time stone-forming patients

Higher Visceral Fat Ratio Seen With Recurring Urolithiasis

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No differences seen with other fat volume measures between recurring, first-time stones
High rates of Salmonella contamination have been identified in kratom products collected and tested since February 2018

High Rates of Salmonella Contamination ID’d in Kratom

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As of end of May 2018, 199 cases of salmonellosis ID'd that were linked to kratom consumption
Wildfire activity continues to increase throughout the western states

CDC: Wildfire Smoke Poses Health Risks

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Agency offers steps to minimize exposure, particularly for those with chronic conditions
Following a blood shortage triggered by the Fourth of July holiday week

Red Cross Issues Nationwide Call for Blood Donations

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While all blood types are needed, type O negative and positive are especially crucial
Yale Medicine is effectively targeting electronic health record use and functionality as a way to improve physician job satisfaction and reduce burnout

IT Solutions for Easier EHRs Save Physicians Time, Burnout

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These solutions improve EHR user interface with easier login identification, voice recognition
Based on recommendations from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health and the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists

Occupational Exposure Limits for Heat Stress Often Exceeded: CDC

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Heat stress exceeded exposure limits in all 14 fatalities, eight of 11 non-fatal heat-related illnesses
Red meat allergy caused by a bite from the lone star tick appears to be on the rise in the United States

Tick-Caused Meat Allergy on the Rise in the United States

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Lone star tick is most common in the South, but may be spreading to new areas