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[App Note] Airborne latex allergens control in hospital environments with Coriolis
Over the past two decades, there has been a substantial increase in the usage of latex products, accompanied by a growing incidence of latex allergies, particularly in healthcare settings. Allergic reactions to latex can range from mild to severe, and even be fatal in some cases. Latex allergy symptoms include skin irritation, runny nose, rash, and difficulty breathing. This issue is especially ...
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How to Deal With Skin Irritation From a Dust Mite Allergy?
Is the dust in your home causing itchy skin? If yes, here’s everything you need to know about how to treat skin irritation from a dust mite allergy: More than 50 million Americans suffer from allergies each year. In fact, it’s one of the leading causes of chronic illness in the United States! Take hay fever, for example—it affects over 8% of all adults. Insect allergies are ...
By Airfree
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Efficacy and safety of a novel antimicrobial preoperative skin preparation - Case Study
Abstract Objective: Alternatives to skin preparation with conventional preoperative antiseptics are required because of adverse reactions and the potential emergence of resistance. Here, we present 2 phase 2 studies of ZuraGard (ZG), a novel formulation of isopropyl alcohol and functional excipients developed for preoperative skin antisepsis. Methods: Microbial skin flora on abdominal and ...
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Antiseptic efficacy of an innovative perioperative surgical skin preparation: A confirmatory FDA phase 3 analysis - Case Study
Abstract Background: An innovative approach to perioperative antiseptic skin preparation is warranted because of potential adverse skin irritation, rare risk of serious allergic reaction, and perceived diminished clinical efficacy of current perioperative antiseptic agents. The results of a confirmatory US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) phase 3 efficacy analysis of a recently approved ...
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Formaldehyde – a dangerous chemical
It’s amazing all the places that formaldehyde is found. It’s best known uses are in insulating material and particleboard. The most publicized use has been in manufactured homes and mobile homes. FEMA has been overwhelmed with actions related to exposure to formaldehyde in temporary housing for Hurricane Katrina survivors, and other disasters. There are both short term and long ...
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Utah leisure operators - Case Study
A Utah success story - Fighting Cryptosporidium During the summer of 2007, 1,900 residents of Utah, had been infected by the parasite Cryptosporidium. In response to this outbreak, Americas largest of 2007, The Utah Health Department, who had already taken the controversial step of banning under fives from using public facilities demanded action, and called upon the extensive experience of atg ...
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The Latest Innovations in Microneedle Eye and Lip Patch Technologies
In recent years, microneedle patches have emerged as a revolutionary technology in the beauty and skincare industry. These patches are designed to deliver active ingredients directly into the skin, providing targeted treatments for a variety of concerns. One area where microneedle patches have shown significant promise is in the treatment of the delicate skin around the eyes and lips. In this ...
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Drawing into Bloodless Health Monitors
A team of scientists at the University of California, Berkeley developed a wearable sensor to monitor an individual’s health based upon their sweat. The sensor is constructed as a patch with a spiral-patterned microfluidic component where sweat samples can flow and be analyzed.[1] It has shown potential for monitoring sodium and fluid loss, and in some cases potassium.[1] The team would ...
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WHO report on diesel fumes puts sharp focus on need for effective monitoring
The World Health Organisation this month reclassified the dangers of diesel exhaust fumes, upgrading the risk from probably carcinogenic to a definite cause of cancer. The WHO report is based on the findings of research on workers in high risk areas, and puts a sharp focus on the need for effective monitoring in industries such as mining, rail, transportation, construction, power generation and ...
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What Are the Main Ingredients of Cosmetics?
The composition of cosmetics is very complex and varies with different types. Most cosmetics are processed from the cosmetic matrix (base) plus some other necessary ingredients (additives). Cosmetic substrates are the basic raw materials of cosmetics. They are mainly oily raw materials, including oils, waxes, hydrocarbons, and higher fatty acids and higher alcohols that make up these ...
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Concrete Construction Health Effects
It’s no secret that working in Concrete Construction is dangerous. The immediate safety hazards are well known. Getting speared or cut on rebar, sore from the hard physical labor; cuts or punctures from nails; and struck by tools, materials or equipment can all cause injuries. Add to that possible falls especially at the leading edge; cuts or shock from powered equipment; burns or explosion ...
By SafetyNow
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The Hidden Dangers and Facts of Cryotherapy: How to Remain Safe and Get Health benefits too
While cryotherapy or frost therapy has been used for millennia, the new cryotherapy center fad that's become popular in salon culture has come under scrutiny when a 24-year-old woman who worked at a cryohealth center in Las Vegas was found dead after using a cryo chamber at work. Learn more about cryotherapy, what it claims to do for the body, and whether or not it can be safely used. The ...
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5 must-read tips to avoid dry skin this Fall and Winter
Dry skin is almost synonymous with Fall and Winter for most of us. Some of us will notice our skin dry out as soon as the first leaves start to fall, others may notice more frequent itching, and others how uncomfortable their clothes are. All of the symptoms above can be a result of dryer skin, which is a result of the following factors: Colder, dryer air As the weather changes, colder air ...
By SkinIntegra
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Premium Grade Boron Oxide CAS NO 1303-86-2
Standard of Premium Grade Boron Oxide CAS NO 1303-86-2 Component Electronic Grade/ Index(%) B2O3 ≥98.5 SiO2 ≤0.15 Al2O3 ≤0.02 CaO ≤0.02 Fe2O3 ≤0.005 On ≤0.05 H2O ≤0.6 Mesh(60) ≥90.0% Package:Outside Kraft paper bag with inner plastic bag. Of course, If you have special requirements about packages or label on the bag, it is no problems for us to do it as your requirements. Net Weight: 25KGS / ...
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How effective is fogging in fighting Coronavirus?
Infections in care homes and other social care settings can adversely affect the most vulnerable in society, including those who care for and support them. With a prevalent virus which scientists are still learning about and no vaccine yet available to combat the spread, what control measures can managers put in place to mitigate the spread from COVID-19? The Spread of Covid-19 COVID-19 has an ...
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Short Bowel or Short Fuse; Finding the patience to survive with a short gut
A parents perspective If you have not had the chance to read A Parent’s Perspective: Our Son’s Short Bowel Syndrome Diagnosis, I encourage you to do so. While the goal is to give as much insight into Short Bowel Syndrome as possible, we want to steer clear of the boring clinical information online. From one Short Bowel Parent to another, trust me, you’ll have no better teacher ...
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An Infection Prevention Wound Dressing - Case Study
Using Covalon’s patent-pending dual antimicrobial silicone adhesive technology, silver and chlorhexidine are combined right in the clear silicone adhesive film technology, providing superior comfort and protection throughout the entire surface area of the dressing. This dual antimicrobial combination boasts broad spectrum antimicrobial activity for at least 7 days and meets the current FDA ...
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Understanding the comedogenic scale for the best face oil for dry skin
The comedogenic scale is a “measure” of how ingredients found in common skin care products will impact your pores. This scale is particularly useful when looking at products that you will apply to heal dry skin patches on your face. The scale is fairly simple to use and is broken down into a 6-level rating from 0 to 5. Rating of 0 - Does not clog pores. Rating of 1 – Low ...
By SkinIntegra
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What is Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN)
For patients and parents recently affected by or managing short bowel syndrome, TPN is likely new to their vocabulary. While any clinical acronym may sound overwhelming, TPN is not such a complicated one to understand. ...
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Arbutin – Natural Skin Whitener
Skin pigmentation variations and discolorations can appear in the form of various dark spots, due to age, acne scars or other conditions, or obtained as a result of the overexposure to the sun’s harmful UV rays. Sometimes freckles, the small dots of highly concentrated skin pigmentation, could also be undesirable. Skin whitening, lightening and bleaching refer to the use of chemical ...
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