Pregnancy As a Risk Factor For A H1N1

Posted on August 2, 2010, 2:05 pm, by Dr. Owen and received No Comments ».

Whenever a pregnant woman died of diseases such as H1N1, is a sudden loss of two lives. E 'therefore understandable that many pregnant women are very worried and concerned about the potential threat of H1N1 infection in the middle of stage 6 pandemic.Many people are not aware that pregnancy is considered a risk that the person more vulnerable to infection and stage of development to enter complications.Once pregnancy, the mother's immune system during pregnancy has declined slightly since this is the natural way to prevent the mother's body reject the fetus in the uterus.

Therefore, pregnant women are more likely to contract diseases such as H1N1, compared with the general population.Apart that pregnancy increases the risk of developing complications of influenza such as pneumonia and respiratory failure. This is because pregnancy extra emphasis on the heart and lungs, causing the diaphragm and lung capacity is diminished. What makes any kind of respiratory dangerous.In turn over, can lead to complications from influenza, miscarriage, premature delivery or other pregnancy problems.

Besides vaccine for the prevention of influenza A new influenza A (H1N1), central control Disease Control (CDC) of the United States has proposed the following precautions to prevent the spread of the virus: 1.Frequent hand contact with patients to prevent washing.2.Minimizing individuals.3. having to stay home sick (with the exception of medical service call). 4. Coughs5 having to cover ill. Avoid, if possible, overcrowded facilities in communities where outbreaks of new influenza A (H1N1) virus.

6.Using masks and gas masks because they are good indoor air purifier used.A good can possibly contribute to air cleaner home and office and prevention of infectious diseases from spreading, in addition to the above measures.

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Closed System Drug Transfer Device is an efficient safety System

Posted on August 1, 2010, 2:04 pm, by Dr. Owen and received No Comments ».

Almost all pharmaceuticals are made from dangerous drugs. These drugs are harmful substances as their main components that are extremely lethal. Chemotherapy is a treatment for cancer. The drugs used in this treatment are cytotoxic and anticancer agents. These agents are very deadly and can lead to health problems immediately and permanently for those who are exposed. These medicines are prepared by professionals in hospitals. The medical staff is more likely that occupational exposure to hazardous drugs.

leakage may occur at any time and can pollute the environment badly. These contaminants affect housing there are living beings. The best way to prevent the pollution, the use of closed system drug transfer. According to various surveys, closed transfer devices drug benefit are the most effective security that can reduce the risk of exposure to hazardous drugs. These systems are sealed and security is tight. And 'sealed with a double membrane structure. This does not include aerosols, smoke, dust and debris to escape the system and contaminate the environment of workstations.

It is not possible outside contaminants from entering the system and cause damage. Thus, both the entry and exit of contaminants is prevented by the security system. It is the most effective guarantee and reliable. These restrictions must be applied properly in all workplaces to reduce the risk of exposure. All operators must use protective devices and restraint for their personal safety. The PPE includes special jackets, gloves, masks and gas masks organic. humanity Therefore, these security systems can save disastrous substances used for the production of useful drugs.

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