Nurses have tools to help prevent sepsis
September is National Sepsis Awareness Month. Several organizations are educating the public and healthcare professionals on how to prevent the condition.
Zika virus gone from semen after three months
A study released by the CDC revealed 95% of males who tested positive for the Zika virus were free of the virus after three months.
Are mumps and measles making a comeback?
The incidence of mumps is on the rise, and health officials have warned the public of a potential nationwide outbreak. From January 1 to February 25 2017, 37 states and the District of Columbia in the U.S. reported mumps infections in 1,077 people to CDC. The highest numbers appeared in the states of Arkansas, Missouri,
‘Stay connected’ to community to improve cardiac health
During American Heart Month, help improve cardiac health by teaching healthy lifestyle behaviors. A nurse's "Stay Connected" program did just that.
Government flu trial uses EDs for subject enrollment
This flu season, researchers are using the emergency room setting for clinical trials on patients who present with acute respiratory illness.
Massachusetts offering clinical training for concussion
Public health department offers clinician training to provide medical clearance for students with sports-related head injuries, including concussion.
CDC releases U.S. obesity stats
Obesity research says 1 in 5 people in the U.S. is obese, including at least 35% of people in Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi and West Virginia.
CDC, others on mission to educate about sepsis
The CDC and other health-related organizations have begun an awareness campaign to teach the public about sepsis.