WHO’s Response to Ebola Slowed by Politics, Bureaucracy
Independent, international panel says affected countries acted slowly, WHO is underfunded
Researchers ID Patients More Prone to Long-Term Opioid Use
People with a history of smoking or abusing drugs at highest risk of long-term use
Cherry Juice May Reduce Post-Exercise Respiratory Symptoms
Potential role of Montmorency cherries in reducing upper respiratory tract symptoms
CDC: BBQ Grill Brush Wires Can Cause Serious GI Injury
If ingested, stray wire bristles can pierce throat, intestines, public health experts warn
Despite Risk to Patients, Health Providers Often Work While Sick
Main reason is not wanting to let colleagues, patients down
Endurance Athletes Should Only Drink When Thirsty, Experts Say
Consuming excess fluids can lead to dangerous drop in sodium levels
Regional Variation in Treatment of Ischemic Stroke
Region accounted for 7 to 8 percent of variation in thrombolysis treatment
Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs Offer Multiple Benefits
Info in PDMP used to change clinical decisions, guide opioid prescribing, facilitate communication
Case Study: Vitamin K Deficiency Result of Vaccine Refusal
Report of infant presenting with fussiness, blood in stool; parents refused vitamin K injection at birth
June 2015 Briefing – Emergency Medicine
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Emergency Medicine for June 2015. This roundup includes the...
